Range: West-Central Pacific: Philippines and Moluccas to the Marshall Islands, Palau and Kwajalein in Micronesia

Size: up to 3 inches (7 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabit caves or rubble areas along steep reef faces and slopes/drop-off areas and channel walls, and are found in small groups

General Husbandry: Prefer a water temperature of 72 - 80°F (22 - 27°C). Does well in a dimly lit aquarium. Recommend being kept in small groups consisting of one male and four or more females. 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. Can jump out of the aquarium, so some sort of covers may be necessary. Have used an eggcrate grill over open sections of my aquarium.

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