{"product_id":"dragonet-blue-mandarin-captive","title":"Blue Mandarin Dragonet - Captive","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"55\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eBlue Mandarin Dragonet — \u003cem data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eSynchiropus picturatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"85\"\u003eSynchiropus picturatus\u003c\/em\u003e Blue Mandarin Dragonet is a small, vibrantly colored reef fish with a mesmerizing mosaic of electric blue, green, and orange patterns along its body. Peaceful and reef-safe, it spends most of its time foraging among live rock for copepods and other microfauna, providing both functional pest control and captivating behavior for hobbyists. Its slow, delicate movements make it a centerpiece species for mature reef tanks with established microfauna populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eBlue Mandarin Dragonets thrive in mature reef tanks with stable water parameters, abundant live rock, and a well-established population of copepods or other small invertebrates. Introduce only to fully cycled systems to ensure sufficient food and reduce stress. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eminimum tank size of 30 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, with larger systems better suited for multiple specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eTheir diet can be supplemented with enriched frozen foods or finely crushed pellets from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003eSan Francisco Bay Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eHikari\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003ePE\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eTDO\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eNew Life Spectrum\u003c\/strong\u003e, in addition to natural microfauna grazing. Target feeding supports proper nutrition and vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eApproximate product size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\"–2.5\" (varies by availability)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1613\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWe maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of fish health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning our livestock are ready for your display tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biota Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42069608136791,"sku":"7017876","price":136.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/dragonet-blue-mandarin-captive","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}