Cardinal Banggai (Pterapogon Kauderni)
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Description
Banggai Cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni)
Peaceful, Hardy & Reef-Safe Cardinalfish
The Banggai Cardinalfish is a striking, slow-moving reef fish known for its bold black bands, silver body, and elegant long fins. Native to the Banggai Islands of Indonesia, this species is popular for its peaceful nature, ease of care, and suitability for both beginner and advanced aquarists.
Banggai Cardinals are completely reef-safe and thrive in peaceful community tanks. They do best in small groups or bonded pairs and are famous for their unique paternal mouthbrooding behaviour, making them an excellent choice for hobbyists interested in breeding.
Key Features
- Peaceful and fully reef-safe
- Striking black, white and silver colouration
- Ideal for beginners and community aquariums
- Often captive-bred and hardy in home aquariums
- Unique mouthbrooding breeding behaviour
- Active but gentle mid-water swimmer
Care Requirements
| Scientific Name | Pterapogon kauderni |
| Minimum Tank Size | 120L+ |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Reef Safe | Yes |
| Diet | Frozen foods, pellets, mysis, brine shrimp |
| Max Size | 8 cm |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Suitable Tank Mates
- Clownfish
- Gobies & Blennies
- Wrasses (peaceful species)
- Dartfish
- Tangs
- Most invertebrates
Feeding
Banggai Cardinals readily accept a variety of foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, frozen marine mixes, and high-quality pellets. A varied diet helps maintain colour, health, and breeding success.
