Ruby Dragonet
(Synchiropus sycorax)

Description

Ruby Red Dragonet: A Dazzling Jewel for Your Reef

The Ruby Red Dragonet is a stunning marine fish, celebrated for its vibrant colours and peaceful nature, making it a captivating addition to mature reef aquariums.

Overview
The Ruby Red Dragonet (*Synchiropus sycorax*) boasts a brilliant red body adorned with white spots and bright yellow pelvic and pectoral fins. Males exhibit a magnificent, elongated dorsal fin used in courtship displays. These captivating bottom-dwellers move gracefully by “scooting” and perching across your live rock and sand, constantly foraging for microfauna. Their charming behaviour and vivid coloration add dynamic beauty to any established marine setup.

Care Level
Considered moderately challenging to care for, the Ruby Red Dragonet thrives in a well-established, peaceful reef environment. While generally docile, males can be territorial with each other, so ensure ample space or a single male-to-multiple-female ratio. They are reef-safe and compatible with other small, non-aggressive species that won’t outcompete them for food.

Tank Essentials
A minimum 112L aquarium is recommended for a single Ruby Red Dragonet, with 208L or more ideal for a pair to support a robust microfauna population. Crucially, your tank must be mature (at least 6-8 months old) with plenty of live sand and rock. Maintain water parameters at pH 8.1-8.4, temperature 23-27°C, and salinity 1.020-1.025.

Diet
These carnivores are specialized feeders, primarily consuming live copepods and amphipods. A continuous supply of these micro-crustaceans is vital for their long-term health. Supplement with vitamin-enriched frozen foods like brine shrimp and finely chopped Mysis, offered frequently throughout the day to meet their metabolic needs.

Why Buy From Us
When you buy Ruby Red Dragonet online from us, you’re investing in healthy aquarium fish responsibly sourced and meticulously quarantined. We prioritise ethical practices and humane shipping, ensuring your new aquatic jewel arrives in prime condition, ready to thrive in your carefully prepared reef tank.

• Scientific Name: Synchiropus sycorax
• Common Name / Variant: Ruby Red Dragonet
• Maximum Size: 7.6 cm
• Origin: Philippines
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–27°C
• Lifespan: 2–3 years
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Transform your marine aquarium with a vibrant Ruby Red Dragonet today!