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Pajama Cardinalfish or "Dangat" (Sphaeramia nematoptera)

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(DSC05335) At the Oceanarium "Bahura" (Coral Reefs): Pajama Cardinalfish or "Dangat" (Sphaeramia nematoptera) forms aggregations among the branches of Porites corals in sheltered bays and lagoons of the Western Pacific region, including the Philippines. It grows to a maximum length of 8.5 cm.; eats tiny fish and invertebrates. Cardinalfish are relatively small fish that like to inhabit reef overhangs and crevices. They are called "cardinals" because some species have brilliant red to light pink colors, like a cardinal's robes. These fish are nocturnal and do most of their feeding at nightime. Cardinals are known for being mouth brooders; its eggs are incubated inside the mouth. (Taken from the aquarium's adjacent signage.)

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    • photo of stoneycreeks
    • So VERY interesting looking a type species ! Wonderful facts you provide = such a fine exhibit !

    • said stoneycreeks

    • 2010.02.10 at 16:18:57 PST

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