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Pajama Cardinalfish

Pajama Cardinalfish

Sphaeramia nematoptera

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Fun Facts

Males in this species are "mouth brooders", meaning they will carry their fertilized eggs in their mouth until they're ready to hatch.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Pajama Cardinalfish

Size:

These fish can grow up to 3.3 inches (8.5 centimeters) long.

Diet:

Pajama cardinalfish feed on crustaceans like shrimps and crabs.

Range & Habitat:

In the western Pacific Ocean, pajama cardinalfish inhabit lagoons, bays and shallow water reefs.

Details:

Pajama cardinalfish are small in size with large, red eyes, a yellow head and dark brown tail fins. Pajama cardinalfish are nocturnal, coming out at night to feed and socialize. During the day, they often seek shelter in coral reefs or rocky crevices. Males in this species are “mouth brooders”, meaning they will carry their fertilized eggs in their mouth until they’re ready to be released.