{"product_id":"biota-blue-mandarin-fish","title":"(Biota) Blue Mandarin Fish","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eBiota Blue Mandarin Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003eSynchiropus splendidus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a stunning addition to a marine aquarium, celebrated for its intricate, psychedelic patterns of bright blue, orange, and green. Being captive-bred, these specific individuals are often much hardier than their wild-caught counterparts and are more likely to accept prepared aquarium foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReef Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,3,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore (Relies on a steady supply of microfauna; captive-bred individuals may accept frozen mysis or enriched brine shrimp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,4,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"1,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons (with established rockwork)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecies Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Blue Mandarin is a member of the dragonet family. While known to be a shy species, they are highly active foragers, constantly patrolling live rock in search of copepods and other tiny crustaceans. Because of their specialized diet, they are best suited for well-established, mature reef systems that provide a natural, ongoing food source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAquarium Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a tank with plenty of live rock and sand substrate to support a population of copepods. While captive-bred specimens are more adaptable to commercial foods than wild-caught ones, it is still recommended to provide a refugium to maintain a continuous supply of live microorganisms. They are slow swimmers and peaceful, making them ideal tank mates for other non-aggressive species; however, they should not be kept with overly competitive or aggressive feeders that might outcompete them for food.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquatics Galore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944198234191,"sku":null,"price":124.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6675\/6943\/files\/7c4c4a0e-3524-4017-875e-b1863383d095.jpg?v=1782656423","url":"https:\/\/415fa3-2.myshopify.com\/products\/biota-blue-mandarin-fish","provider":"Aquatics Galore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}