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Pajama Spotted Cardinal :: Central Pacific

Pajama Spotted Cardinal :: Central Pacific

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🐠 Sphaeramia nematoptera

Regular price $29.99 USD
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Title
A great Pajama Spotted Cardinal!
Origin: Central Pacific

Size info:
Size L: approx. 2.25 - 3.25"

There once was a fish called Pajama,
Who swam in the reef of Bahamas,
With stripes black and white,
And fins that take flight,
Sphaeramia nematoptera, mama!

This cardinal fish loves to school,
In groups, they're never uncool,
They're active at night,
And hide from daylight,
But they're never known to be cruel.

Pajama spotted cardinals are small,
But their colors can brighten it all,
In tanks they're adored,
And rarely ignored,
They're just too captivating to stall.

Keeping Pajama Spotted Cardinal in an Aquarium

The Pajama Spotted Cardinal, also known as the Spotted Cardinalfish, is a popular and easy-to-care-for fish for aquarium enthusiasts. Here are some key things to know about keeping them:

Tank Requirements

  • A minimum tank size of 30 gallons is recommended.
  • The tank should have plenty of hiding places, such as caves or live rock formations.
  • The water temperature should be between 72-78°F and the pH should be between 8.1-8.4.
  • The Pajama Spotted Cardinal is a peaceful fish and can be kept with other non-aggressive fish.

Diet

  • The Pajama Spotted Cardinal is an omnivore and will eat a variety of foods, including flakes, pellets, and frozen foods such as brine shrimp and mysis shrimp.
  • They should be fed small amounts multiple times a day.

Coolest Stuff

  • The Pajama Spotted Cardinal has a unique color pattern, with a bright yellow body and black spots.
  • They are a hardy and easy-to-care-for fish, making them a great choice for beginner aquarium enthusiasts.
  • They are active swimmers and will add movement and color to any aquarium.
  • The Pajama Spotted Cardinal is a schooling fish, so it is best to keep them in groups of at least 3-5 individuals.

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Livestock can be fragile. If your animal does not meet our standards at the time your shipment is being packed, we will notify you and give you a credit toward another piece of livestock. Our goal is to provide you with the healthiest livestock possible, and we’ll do our best to ensure it gets to you safely. Cash refunds are not available for livestock, only credit toward other livestock.

Local pick-up: Our online stocklist may be different than what’s available for in-store pickup. Please call 385-800-6711 for in-store availability. You may order livestock online for local pick-up, and your order will be ready for pick up the following Tuesday or Wednesday after it’s placed.

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