Dottybacks are popular in the aquarium hobby due to their vibrant colorations and active behavior. Most species of Dottyback have elongated bodies and are generally considered semi-aggressive due to their territorial habits. However, it is incredibly hard to pass up such a beautifully colored fish.
This table shows most species of Dottybacks available in this hobby.
| wdt_ID | wdt_created_by | wdt_created_at | wdt_last_edited_by | wdt_last_edited_at | Name | Minimum Aquarium Size (gallons) | Temperament | Reef Compatible? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Bicolor Dottyback | 30 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 2 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Black Neon Dottyback | 30 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 3 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Electric Indigo Dottyback | 30 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 4 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Neon Dottyback | 30 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 5 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Orchid Dottyback | 30 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 6 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Purple Dottyback | 30 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 7 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Purple Stripe Dottyback | 30 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 8 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Red Spotted Dottyback | 55 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 9 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Ring Eyed Dottyback | 10 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| 10 | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Atparium | 01/03/2025 06:24 AM | Splendid Dottyback | 55 | Semi-Aggressive | Yes |
| Name | Minimum Aquarium Size (gallons) | Temperament |
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