J&K Aquatics
Messmate Pipefish
SKU SF376D
RRP £0.00
Interesting creatures.- Suitable for reef aquariums.
- Recommended for expert fishkeepers only.
Interesting creatures.- Interesting creatures.
- Suitable for reef aquariums.
- Recommended for expert fishkeepers only.
Messmate Pipefish are a great little fish for a nano reef set up. This one is for the expert fishkeeper as they are difficult to feed. Growing up to 16cm, these need to be kept an aquarium at least 40 litres in capacity. Can be kept with species such as Mandarin fish, Dartfish, Gobies, or other fish with a similar temperament. Feed a mix of live brine shrimp, rotifers, zooplankton, or other comparable foods.
Common name(s): Messmate Pipefish, Scribbled Pipefish, Banded Pipefish,
Scientific name: Corythoichthys intestinalis
Family: Syngnathidae.
Native habitat: Indo-Pacific region.
Potential lifespan:
• 2-7 years.
Maximum size (approx.):
• 16cm
Degree of difficulty to keep:
• Difficult, (to feed)
Temperament:
• Peaceful,
Swimming level:
• Lower levels in the aquarium.
Breeding:
• Egg layers.
Sex:
• Male has a brood pouch beneath his abdomen along the front side of the tail.
Temperature:
• 24-25°c
Water parameters:
• pH: 8.1 to 8.3.
• kH: 8-12 dKH.
• Specific gravity: 1.021-1.024.
• Nitrate: less 10ppm, but lower than 5ppm is far better.
• Dissolved Oxygen: 6ppm.
Feeding:
• live brine shrimp, rotifers, zooplankton, daphnia, or similar live food, 4-5 times per day.
Minimum aquarium size:
• 40 litres,
Cohabitation:
• Best kept in groups of 4 or more.
• With care they can be kept Mandarin fish, Dartfish, Gobies, and some other bottom dwelling species.
Other tips and information:
• 15-20% fortnightly water changes is essential.
• Good biological filtration, efficient protein skimming, and activated carbon are all vital.
• Create plenty of hiding places with rocks, rubble, and large stones.
• Suitable for reef aquariums.
• Can be difficult to feed until they become adapted to the tank.
Scientific name: Corythoichthys intestinalis
Family: Syngnathidae.
Native habitat: Indo-Pacific region.
Potential lifespan:
• 2-7 years.
Maximum size (approx.):
• 16cm
Degree of difficulty to keep:
• Difficult, (to feed)
Temperament:
• Peaceful,
Swimming level:
• Lower levels in the aquarium.
Breeding:
• Egg layers.
Sex:
• Male has a brood pouch beneath his abdomen along the front side of the tail.
Temperature:
• 24-25°c
Water parameters:
• pH: 8.1 to 8.3.
• kH: 8-12 dKH.
• Specific gravity: 1.021-1.024.
• Nitrate: less 10ppm, but lower than 5ppm is far better.
• Dissolved Oxygen: 6ppm.
Feeding:
• live brine shrimp, rotifers, zooplankton, daphnia, or similar live food, 4-5 times per day.
Minimum aquarium size:
• 40 litres,
Cohabitation:
• Best kept in groups of 4 or more.
• With care they can be kept Mandarin fish, Dartfish, Gobies, and some other bottom dwelling species.
Other tips and information:
• 15-20% fortnightly water changes is essential.
• Good biological filtration, efficient protein skimming, and activated carbon are all vital.
• Create plenty of hiding places with rocks, rubble, and large stones.
• Suitable for reef aquariums.
• Can be difficult to feed until they become adapted to the tank.
