The Flame Cardinal, Apogon spp., is fiery red with light accents of blue and green. They hardy and a great choice for a beginner. Since they are very peaceful and social fish, they are best kept in a peaceful reef tank and can even be kept in schools if the tank is large enough.

 

Cardinals are reef safe and will not bother any corals or inverts present in the tank. Though they are slower swimmers which makes them slower eaters as well. Diet should include a variety of live or frozen mysis or vitamin enriched brine shrimp, 2-3 times daily.

 

CARE FACTS
Care Level:	Beginner
Temperament:	Peaceful
Diet:	Carnivore
Reef Safe:	Yes
Minimum Tank Size:	30g
Max Size:	4 in