Triplefin - Yaldwins .

Photo: Kentcyn creative commons

Stunning coloured triplefin.  The male ranges from bright orange fading to yellow, the female is duller but has a lovely spotted pattern. 

 

  

Scientific Name
Notoclinops Yalwyni
Habitat
Found around coastal reefs and offshore islands in the north of N.Z.
Temperament
Peaceful
Tank Age/Maturity
100 litres minium at least 12 months ld
Diet
Feed on frozen food, blood worms and mysid shrimp to begin with then slowly add flake to their diet
Threatened Species
N/A
Special Requirements
 A difficult fish, only suited for mature, peaceful  tanks • Incompatible with large boisterous fish, best kept with seahorses, pipefish  etc
Endemic
Yes
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