Threadfin Cardinal, Apogon leptacanthus

Latin Name:
 

Apogon leptacanthus
 

Common Name:
 

Glass Cardinal

Also known as:
 

Glass Cardinal, Bluestreak Cardinal
 

Fast Facts:

Infrequently available to the trade, this is a great aquarium fish in a peaceful setting, and its' perfect for the reef tank. It should be kept in groups of at least a five individuals and should be kept only with exceptionally peaceful tankmates. May be picked on by more aggressive Cardinals. Very easy to care for.
 

Range in Nature:
 

Indo-Pacific

Minimum Aquarium Size:
 

20

Diet and Feeding:
 

Meaty foods, including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp and frozen preparations. Feed Daily.
 

Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult):
 

Suitability rating

Reef Aquarium Compatibility:

Excellent

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