Flame Tailspot Cardinal
The Flame Tailspot Cardinal is a great schooling fish that will bring attention to any aquarium. This attractive cardinal is durable with dramatic coloration that is vibrant even at night. They are a passive fish that will not harm their tankmates, but can be a target by more aggressive fish. Provide plenty of hiding places to reduce the chance of aggression on these fish. This fish adapts easily to aquariums and prepared foods. Provide a variety of frozen meaty foods and marine flake food for continued health. Their small adult size of about 3" makes them ideal for smaller aquariums. However, groups will require larger aquariums. The Flame Tailspot Cardinal is vibrant red in color with a black spot near its caudal fin. They are found within the West Americas within coral and rocky reefs up to 45 meters deep. They are nocturnal and will emerge at night to feed.