These small, beautiful fish have color patterns which almost defy description. Considered by many to be difficult to keep because of their specific diet requirements. In the wild, the Dragonets' diet consists almost solely of Amphipods and Copepods, which most mature reef or FOWLR tanks already contain in some quantities. With a little patience, most of these fish can be trained to take Brine and Mysis Shrimp and other hand fed foods.
While all of the species are stunning, the Striped or Green Mandarinfish and Spotted Mandarinfish are most hobbyists' favorites.
More: View terrific photos of Dragonets/Mardarinfish. The outrageous colors of these fish are truly unbelievable.
More: DIY Refugiums are easy and inexpensive to build. Perfect for growing macroalgae as well as Copepods and Amphipods.
Photo By Andy Wakefield
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