Scooter Red Dragonet
Scooter Red Dragonet
**Scooter Red Dragonet: The Enigmatic Jewel of Your Reef Aquarium**
Unveil a world of color and intrigue in your marine setup with the Scooter Red Dragonet (Synchiropus ocellatus), a captivating species known for its vibrant orange hue and intricate patterns. This dragonet is a true spectacle, gliding effortlessly across your aquarium’s substrate while adding an element of mystery and beauty to your underwater world. Perfectly suited for enthusiasts seeking a unique and active addition, the Scooter Red Dragonet is bound to become the star of your marine community.
**Why Choose the Scooter Red Dragonet?**
- **Striking Appearance**: With its vibrant colors and elegant movements, this dragonet is an eye-catching addition to any reef aquarium.
- **Intriguing Behavior**: Known for its curious and active nature, the Scooter Red Dragonet provides endless entertainment as it scours the substrate for food.
**Care Requirements**
- **Water Parameters**: Maintain optimal conditions with a temperature range of 72-78°F, pH between 8.1-8.4, and salinity of 1.020-1.025.
- **Tank Size**: A minimum of 30 gallons is recommended to provide ample space for exploration and foraging.
- **Feeding**: Offer a diverse diet including live and frozen brine shrimp, copepods, and marine pellets to ensure proper nutrition and health.
**Reef Compatibility**
The Scooter Red Dragonet is highly compatible with reef environments, peacefully coexisting with corals and other invertebrates. Its calm demeanor makes it a suitable tank mate for other non-aggressive species. However, it is essential to provide plenty of live rock and substrate for natural foraging and to support copepod populations, which are crucial to its diet.
**Community Harmony**
Introduce the Scooter Red Dragonet to a well-established aquarium with a mature copepod population for optimal acclimation. Avoid housing with aggressive or larger fish that may outcompete it for food. With the right conditions, your dragonet will flourish, becoming a cherished part of your aquatic family.
Add the Scooter Red Dragonet to your reef aquarium today and experience the vibrant beauty and dynamic presence it brings to your marine ecosystem.
Feeding & Diet
Feeding & Diet
An opportunistic omnivore, the Pithos Crab will scavenge detritus, uneaten food, and algae — making it a natural cleanup crew member. Supplement with small meaty foods like mysis shrimp or pellets 2–3x per week if natural food sources are limited.
Care & Water Parameters
Care & Water Parameters
The Pithos Crab thrives in stable, well-maintained reef conditions. Target parameters: temperature 72–78°F, salinity 1.025–1.026 SG, pH 8.1–8.4, and alkalinity 8–12 dKH. A mature, established tank of at least 20 gallons is recommended.
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Generally considered reef-safe. The Pithos Crab coexists well with most corals and peaceful fish. Use caution with very small invertebrates or slow-moving tankmates. Provide ample rockwork and hiding spots to reduce territorial behavior.
Size & Growth
Size & Growth
Pithos Crabs are typically shipped at 0.5–1.5 inches. They are slow-growing and generally remain small, making them well-suited for nano and mid-size reef systems.
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
All livestock ships with heat or cold packs as needed and is packaged for safe transit. We stand behind a live arrival guarantee — if your animal arrives DOA, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with a clear photo. See our full DOA policy for claim details.
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