Garibaldi (Hypsypops rubicundus)

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Garibaldi

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Garibaldi

Hypsypops rubicundus

Difficulty

Challenging

Min. Tank Size

379 Litres (100 US G.)

Size

25-30 cm (9.8-11.8")

sg

1.020 - 1.025

pH

8.1 - 8.4

Temp.

15.6-22.2°C (60 -72 °F)

Water Hardness

8-12 °d

Stocking Ratio

1:1 M:F

Availability

Uncommon

Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

12-25 years

Habitat

East Central Pacific

Family

Pomacentridae




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Additional names

Garibaldi, Garibaldi Damselfish

Additional scientific names

Glyphisodon rubicundus, Hypsypops rubicunda


Origin

Cool waters of California, and Mexico.


Sexing

Males are larger, with a hump on the head.


Tank compatibility

Can eat small fish


Diet

Accommodate a vegetable, and meat diet.


Feeding regime

Daily


Environment specifics

Reef tank


Behaviour

Territorial.


Identification

A large and striking fish, the most clear feature being it's colour. The Garibaldi is vivid tangerine orange all over. It's quite a chunky fish in appearance and square in shape.

Pictures

  • Garibaldi

External links

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