Kaudern's Cardinal

Kaudern's Cardinal

Common Names: Kaudern’s Cardinal, Longfin Cardinalfish, Banggai  Cardinalfish
Scientific Name: Pterapogon kauderni
Family: Apogonidae
Maximum Size: 3 inches
Life expectancy: 5 years
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Temperature Range: 72 – 78°F
pH Range: 8.1 – 8.4
Sg: 1.020 – 1.025
Water hardness: 8 – 12
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Origin: Indonesia

Aquarium Setup:
The Kaudern’s Cardinal normally doesn’t bother corals and plants and can be kept in marine setups. They like lots of caves for hiding and claiming as territories. They love live rock and won’t bother any coral you may have in the aquarium.

July 5th, 2008 by Fish Man