What size tank does a Springer's Dottyback need?

A Springer's Dottyback needs a minimum tank size of 20 gallons. A 30-gallon tank or larger is recommended for optimal health.

What fish can live with Springer's Dottyback?

Compatible tank mates for Springer's Dottyback include: . Always ensure adequate tank size and proper water parameters.

Springer's Dottyback

Q: Is Springer's Dottyback easy to care for?

Springer's Dottyback has a easy care level. Hardy and captive-bred available. Can be territorial toward smaller, timid fish. Eats bristleworms and flatworms.

Pseudochromis springeri

Also known as: Blue-Striped Dottyback

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟢 Easy 🥩 Carnivore Reef Safe

Dark blue-black body with vivid electric-blue horizontal stripes. A bold and attractive dottyback from the Red Sea region.

Tank Size

20 gal

minimum (30+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F

23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4

water acidity

Max Size

7.6 cm

Lifespan

5–7 years

typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle

preferred zone

Care Notes

Hardy and captive-bred available. Can be territorial toward smaller, timid fish. Eats bristleworms and flatworms.

Feeding

Frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and marine pellets.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Convict Tang 8" Azure Damselfish 2.5"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Naso Tang 18" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Jewel Damselfish 6" Blonde Naso Tang 16" Desjardin's Sailfin Tang 16"

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