Mandarinfish - Green
Synchiropus splendidus
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Last updated: November 18, 2025
Overview
Colorful reef fish with green and blue patterns.
Origin: Pacific Ocean
Family: Callionymidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 7.00 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Difficult
Diet Type: Carnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Marine
Temperature Range: 24.0°C - 28.0°C
pH Range: 8.0 - 8.4
Water Hardness: 8 - 12 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 50 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Needs live copepods and amphipods.
Care Level:
Difficult
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Very Difficult
Rarely bred in captivity.
Compatibility
Peaceful
Requires a mature reef tank.