🐠 Bicolor Dottyback (Pseudochromis paccagnellae)
🐠Bicolor Dottyback (Pseudochromis paccagnellae)
Marine Dottyback • Reef Aquarium Fish • Bold Territorial Species • Purple-Yellow Reef Fish
📋 The Bicolor Dottyback (Pseudochromis paccagnellae) is a striking marine fish instantly recognized for its Purple Front Half and Bright Yellow Rear Body coloration.
This compact reef fish is highly active and spends much of its time weaving through rockwork and reef structures.
Although small, it is known for its confident nature and often becomes a Territorial Nano Reef Predator within the aquarium.
With plenty of hiding spaces and proper tankmate selection, it thrives as a Colorful Reef Accent Fish in marine aquariums.
💡 Highlights
🟣 Purple Front Body: Deep violet coloration
🟡 Bright Yellow Rear: Strong contrasting color pattern
🐟 Compact Reef Fish: Suitable for smaller marine tanks
🧠 Bold Personality: Confident and territorial behavior
🌊 Rockwork Explorer: Active among caves and crevices
🧾 A Quick Look at the Bicolor Dottyback
📛 Common Name: Bicolor Dottyback
🔬 Scientific Name: Pseudochromis paccagnellae
👨👩👧 Family: Pseudochromidae
🌍 Origin: Indo-Pacific
📏 Max Size: 7–8 cm (≈ 3″)
💧 pH Range: 8.1–8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–27 °C (≈ 75–81 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner–Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Semi-aggressive
🌿 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 110 L (≈ 30 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom • Mid
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 5–7 years
🍽️ Diet: Carnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer

















