The firefish goby (Nemateleotris magnifica) is a terrific little ornamental
saltwater fish
that makes a great addition to any mini or nano reef tank. This fish’s bright colors make it stand out. Owners of this fish say that it has tons of personality.
What type of fish is firefish?
However, they are difficult to breed in captivity. May be susceptible to saltwater ich. Firefish Goby (Nemateleotris Magnifica), also known as red-fire goby, the fire dartfish, or the magnificent firefish is
a species of dartfish
that can be found mainly in the coral reefs surroundings of the Pacific and Indian oceans.
Can firefish live with clownfish?
i added a firefish to complete the livestock in my 8g nano yesterday. a really nice looking fish IMO and i read that
they do okay with clowns
. brought him home and acclimated for temp and salinity (was already about the same as my tank) and transferred the firefish.
Can two firefish live together?
No. Unless you happen to get one of the opposite sex that is compatible with the existing one you will end up with a dead fish
. If you want two you need to buy them as a mated pair, or have a huge tank. I had 2 firefish and 2 purple firefish in a 180 with no issues.
Do firefish like hiding?
When the firefish goby is first introduced into an aquarium it may hide for days
, making the owner think it has totally disappeared or is dead somewhere in the live rock.
Can firefish dig?
They will dig a hole
and then hang out by that hole until they feel threatened.
Are fire fish schooling fish?
Firefish are found in pairs in the wild. Aggression does happen when there are small groups in a single tank, so if you want more than one, look for two that will tolerate each other. Better yet, look for a known pair.
they do not school
.
How much is a fire fish?
| Scientific Name Nemateleotris magnifica | Tank Size 15-20 Minimum | Aquarium Decor Corals, Hiding places, live rocks, soft sand substrate | Ideal First Fish? Yes | Cost $10-20 |
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Are fire fish jumpers?
Yes, but firefish are superb jumpers
and egg crate will not keep them in. Firefish are probably the most notorious fish jumpers in the hobby.
What fish go well with clownfish?
Clownfish do well with
wrasses, damselfish, tangs, dartfish, angelfish, blennies, puffers, corals, anemones and gobies
. One thing to think about is that clownfish will often not get along with others of their kind.
Can Royal Grammas live together?
Compatibility With Each Other
Keeping royal gramma together is absolutely possible as long as you have enough space
. These fish can be testy with each other if they have their eyes on the same place to call home.
Do firefish bury themselves?
They are incredibly nervous fish, and will not suit an aquarium that has lots of people passing it or looking at it all day. While there are people or boisterous fish around, these gobies will go into hiding. They hide in holes in the rockwork, but
will also bury themselves
…
How big does a royal gramma get?
The royal gramma is relatively small, averaging
slightly over 8 cm (3 inches)
and has been tank bred. The largest royal gramma was measured at 8 cm (3.1 in).
Are Purple Firefish aggressive?
Although Purple Firefish are
generally peaceful and non-aggressive
toward other fish species, they can be very belligerent with their own kind. For that reason, we advise that you only keep one of these reef fish in your tank. Some owners like to keep a pair of Purple Firefish, but that can end in disaster, too.
How many firefish can I keep?
Don’t place more than one firefish in your tank unless they are a mated pair
.
What do dart fish eat?
Dartfish are carnivores and should be fed on a varied diet of live and frozen foods such as
brine shrimp, mysis shrimp and krill
. They will also readily accept most flake based foods. Dartfish are a fairly small species of fish and most aquarium varieties only reach a length of around 4 inches.
Can firefish live in groups?
Firefish (Nemateleotris spp.)
can actually be very tricky to keep in groups
— although they are often seen in groups on the reef (making them appear social), they can be aggressive with each other in the confines of the aquarium, and weaker individuals can be harassed to the point of death by one or two dominant fish.
How can you tell the difference between a male and female firefish?
For firefish,
look for a lot of missing dorsal fins
. Wait till night, whoever on top is the male.
How often do firefish eat?
Feeding the Firefish will be easy since this fish is an omnivore. With a diet that includes feeding
two times a day
, you can empower their healthy nutrition. Feel free to offer them meaty foods, along with some vegetarian food and other types of a varied diet.
