Dragonet – Fingered

Fingered Dragonet Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  60 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 22.5cm (11″)

Diet: Carnivore (Eats pods)

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 8 years

Scientific Name: Dactylopus Dactylopus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size: 1.5″ inches

The fingered dragonet, scientific name Dactylopus Dactylopus, is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 60 gallons. Fingered dragonets can grow up to 11” and can live up to 8 years. Fingered dragonets are carnivores. They will eat pods found in the tank. If there are no pods available, they can be bought and supplemented. Fingered dragonets can be kept alone, in a mated pair, and also multiple females with or without a male can be kept together if enough space is given. Male dragonets will have a large dorsal fin while females have a small dorsal fin. Fingered dragonets are reef safe, they will not bother coral or invertebrates. Fingered dragonets will be seen perched on different areas in the tank and will also glide along the substrate.