{"product_id":"scissortail","title":"Scissortail Dartfish (Ptereleotris Evides)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScissortail Dartfish (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003ePtereleotris evides\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"4\" class=\"\"\u003eScissortail Dartfish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e also known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"44\" class=\"\"\u003eBlackfin Dartfish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"65\" class=\"\"\u003eSpottail Gudgeon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e is an elegant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e high-contrast fish that brings a sense of constant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e graceful motion to the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Widely distributed across the Indo-Pacific—and very common in the shallow reef slopes of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"272\" class=\"\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e—this species is a favorite for reef keepers who want a peaceful \"schooling\" effect without the aggression of certain damsels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Scissortail Dartfish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Blackfin Dartfish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Spottail Gudgeon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\" class=\"\"\u003ePtereleotris evides\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Indo-Pacific (Red Sea to the Line Islands,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e including all of Indonesia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 12–14 cm (approx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 5 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 3–5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\" class=\"\"\u003eVery Peaceful\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e; shy if kept alone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003eCarnivore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Planktivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Easy (Hardy)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Scissortail is defined by its sleek,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e aerodynamic \"torpedo\" shape and its distinct two-tone coloration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Body:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The front half of the fish is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\" class=\"\"\u003epale, shimmering blue-to-grey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which transitions into a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"98\" class=\"\"\u003edeep charcoal or black\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e toward the tail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Fins:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It features long,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e delicate dorsal and anal fins that are often edged in black or dark blue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Tail:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Its namesake feature is a deeply forked,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\" class=\"\"\u003escissor-like tail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e with dark upper and lower lobes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e often showing a hint of orange or red in the center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Glow:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Under actinic (blue) reef lighting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e their pale front half takes on an iridescent,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e pearlescent glow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \"Bolt\" Response:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Like all dartfish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they are incredibly fast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e If they feel threatened,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they will \"dart\" into a hole in the rockwork with such speed they almost seem to disappear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSocial Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They are highly social.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e While you can keep one,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they are much more confident and visible when kept in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"120\" class=\"\"\u003egroups of 3 or more\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e In a group,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they will hover together in the mid-water column,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e facing the current.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\" class=\"\"\u003e100% Reef Safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They pose zero threat to corals,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e clams,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e or invertebrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Must be kept with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\" class=\"\"\u003epeaceful companions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They are easily bullied by aggressive fish like Dottybacks or large Wrasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They pair perfectly with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"153\" class=\"\"\u003eAnthias, Firefish, and peaceful Gobies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\" class=\"\"\u003e115L (30 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e for a small group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eLid is Mandatory:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This is a \"must-have\" for this species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Scissortails are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"75\" class=\"\"\u003eexpert jumpers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Even a small gap in your tank cover is an invitation for them to end up on the floor if they get spooked at night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eRockwork:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Provide plenty of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\" class=\"\"\u003ecrevices and \"bolt-holes.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They like to have a specific spot in the rocks where the entire group can retreat simultaneously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They enjoy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003emoderate flow\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In the wild,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e they hover above the reef to catch plankton drifting by in the current.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDietary Needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey have high metabolisms and need frequent small meals:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003efrozen meaty foods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e like mysis,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enriched brine shrimp,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Calanus,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and cyclops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDry Foods:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They are usually very easy to transition to high-quality marine flakes and small pellets once they feel secure in the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding Frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e2–3 times daily\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to keep them healthy and active.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Scissortail Dartfish?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Scissortail is for the hobbyist who wants a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003ehardy, active, and budget-friendly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e schooling fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Their unique swimming style and \"scissor\" tail make them a more interesting alternative to common Chromis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Since they are native to Indonesian waters,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e they are usually readily available and acclimate very quickly to home aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45819301003498,"sku":"18888","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Scissortail-Dartfish.jpg?v=1769599957","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/scissortail","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}