Bicolor Dottyback | Royal Dottyback

The Bicolor Dottyback is the hardiest of all the Dottybacks but is also probably the most aggressive of the

bunch as well. Other Common Names of Bicolor Dottyback are Bicolor Pseudochomis, Royal Dottyback, Pictichromis paccagnellae. Don’t let this deter you as the Bicolor Dottyback can be kept in an aggressive community aquarium with larger fish and do quite well. It will quickly become the tank favorite as it has a personality that is easily 5 times its size. 

The Bicolor Dottyback is found in rich coral reefs in the western central Pacific Ocean, eastern Malay Peninsula, and western Philippine waters. They are found as close as 5 metres (16 ft) to the surface and as far down as 30 m (98 ft).

The Bicolor Dottyback, also called the Royal Dottyback, is two bold colors; the anterior portion is purple and the posterior portion is bright yellow. A 30 gallon or larger aquarium should be provided. The Bicolor Dottyback will not be intimidated by other fish and will defend its territory against fish two to three times its size.

The diet should consist of meaty foods including brine shrimp and prepared frozen foods. It will also eat ornamental shrimp and is a predator of nuisance bristleworms.

Approximate Purchase Size of the Bicolor Dottyback: 1" to 2-1/2"

Quick stats and care info of Bicolor Dottyback:

Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons

Care Level: Easy

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Reef Compatible: Yes

Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025

Max. Size: 3"

Color Form: Purple, Yellow

Diet: Carnivore

Compatibility: View Chart

Origin: Indo-Pacific

Family: Pseudochromidae