Range: Western Pacific Ocean: Samoa and the Line Islands

Size: up to 4 inches (10 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabit reef faces and slopes/drop-off areas.

General Husbandry: Prefer a water temperature of 72 - 80°F (22 - 27°C). Require exceptional water quality, good water movement and numerous feedings per day. Diet consists mainly of meaty foodstuffs, e.g., mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and enriched fresh fish and shrimp flesh. Difficult to feed, shy and should be kept in small groups of one male and six females.

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