Gilbert's cardinalfish
Apogon gilberti
Neptune’s rating:
48- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessModerate
- Liters per Fish40 L
- OriginGilbert Islands, Kiribati
- pH7.8 - 8.4
- PopularityUncommon
- RarityRare
- Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourExtremely Territorial
- VibrancyModerately Vibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Gilbert's cardinalfish
Gilbert's cardinalfish (Apogon gilberti) is a marine species known for its vivid red or pink coloration with a distinct black spot at the base of its tail. It originates from the central Pacific Ocean, including areas around Hawaii. This fish typically displays a slender body structure and is relatively small in size, suitable for life in coral reef environments. Despite its striking appearance, Gilbert's cardinalfish is not particularly well-known in the aquarium hobby, partly due to its specific habitat requirements and possibly limited availability.