Introduction
Not a beginners species, in fact should not be kept in anything less than a well established systems. Nutrient rich live rock ,heavily overgrown with algae, and substantial interstitial crustacean and worm life (ie copepods).

Tank Setup
It is recommended that one Mandarin per 150gallons is minimal requirement, as there needs to be ample food resources (self-sustaining) to keep these fish from starving. 98% of these fish kept in captivity will perish from starvation within the first 3 months. Minimum tank size: 150 gallons.

Community Tips
Very docile species, not to be kept with aggressive species.

Feeding Tips
These fish are delicate and will only feed on foods that are present in a well established tank.

Sexual Identification & Breeding
Reports have sited these have been successfully bred.
The gender can usually be told by the males having an elongated spine along the first dorsal fin.