Sphaeramia nematoptera
The Pajama Cardinalfish earns its fun name from its quirky three-part pattern: a yellowish face, a bold dark vertical 'waistband,' and a polka-dotted rear half, accented by striking red eyes. This peaceful, slow-moving schooling fish is ideal for community reef tanks and does best in small groups. Males are mouthbrooders, and captive-raised stock is widely available.
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