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Mandarin Dragonet
Synchiropus splendidus
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Stunning but requires a mature reef (1yr+) with massive copepod population. Rarely accepts prepared foods.
CARE
Expert
AGGRESSION
Peaceful
MAX SIZE
3"
✗ NOT RECOMMENDED YET
· Tank needs 6 more months of maturity
· 1 water param outside ideal range
· Marked expert-only
· Requires live food — ongoing supply needed
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LIVE FOOD REQUIRED
Will not accept frozen or prepared foods. Requires a constant supply of live copepods or live starfish. Confirm your supply before purchasing.
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EXPERT ONLY
Not recommended for new or intermediate hobbyists. Has very specific care requirements that are difficult to meet consistently.
🌊 WATER PARAMS
ParamStatusIdeal
TemperatureOK (78.4)74–82 °F
SalinityOK (1.025)1.024–1.026 sg
pHOK (8.22)8.1–8.4
Nitrate NO₃⁻Out of range (8.0)0–5 ppm
Tank Compatibility
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Yellow TangCompatible
Six Line WrasseCompatible
Orchid DottybackCompatible
Torch CoralCompatible
Hammer CoralCompatible
Acropora SPSCompatible
Duncan CoralCompatible
Skunk Cleaner ShrimpCompatible
Turbo SnailCompatible
Blue Leg Hermit CrabCompatible