Dottyback – Diadema

 Diadema Dottyback Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  30 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 7.5cm (3″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 5 years

Scientific Name: Psuedochromis Diadema

Other Common Names: Bicolor dottyback, diadem dottyback, purple-top dottyback

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes with caution (Will eat shrimp)

Approx. Purchase Size:  1.5 -2 inches

The diadema dottyback, scientific name Pictichromis Diadema, is an aggressive fish. They require a minimum tank size of 30 gallons. Diadema dottybacks can grow up to 3” and can live up to 5 years. Diadema dottybacks are carnivores that should be fed small pieces of frozen shrimp such as brine or mysis shrimp. Diadema dottyback’s should be kept singly. They will fight with all other dottybacks. Diadema dottybacks are reef safe with caution. They will not bother coral but they may prey upon shrimp. Diadema dottybacks will be seen swimming in caves and throughout the rocks in the tank, at night they will find a crevice in the rocks to sleep in. Diadema dottybacks are also referred to as the bicolor dottyback, diadem dottyback, and the purple-top dottyback.