Dwarf Zebra Lionfish

Dwarf Zebra Lionfish

Dendrochirus zebra

Also known as: Zebra Lionfish, Dwarf Lionfish

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟡 Moderate 🥩 Carnivore Reef Safe (Caution)

Reddish-brown with bold zebra-like vertical bands and large fan-shaped pectoral fins. A manageable-sized lionfish.

Tank Size

30 gal
minimum (55+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

7"
17.8 cm

Lifespan

10 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Bottom
preferred zone

Care Notes

VENOMOUS spines. Will eat any fish or shrimp that fits in its mouth. Can be trained to eat frozen foods with patience.

Feeding

Frozen silversides, shrimp, and other meaty foods. Wean off live food onto frozen using feeding tongs.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Naso Tang 18" Convict Tang 8" Cinnamon Clownfish 5"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Azure Damselfish 2.5" Springer's Damselfish 2" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Neon Damselfish 2.5"

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