Banggai Cardinalfish
Pterapogon kauderni
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Last updated: November 17, 2025
Overview
Small, striped marine fish popular in aquariums.
Origin: Indonesia
Family: Apogonidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 8.00 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Moderate
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: 100 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Feeds on small live and frozen foods.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Moderate
Mouthbrooder; males care for eggs.
Compatibility
Peaceful
Best in groups, peaceful with non-aggressive fish.