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Cardinalfish:

Cardinalfish belong to the Apogonidae family. The available fish in this group include Apogon, Sphaeramia, and Pterapogon species. The average size of most Cardinalfish in an aquarium is two inches. In the wild, the largest member of this family of fish reaches an adult size of six inches in length. Cardinalfish are closely related to Bigeyes, and are recognized by their two distinctive dorsal (top) fins. These fish are prominently associated with coral reefs, and are found throughout the world. Most Cardinalfish are found in groups in the wild, actively feeding on small fish and crustaceans.

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Banggai Cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) Black Cardinalfish (Apogon melas) Flamefish (Apogon maculatus) Orangestriped Cardinalfish (Apogon cyanosoma) Pajama Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) Threadfin Cardinalfish (Apogon leptacanthus)


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