Genus

Common name: Pajama Cardinalfish

Scientific name: Apogonichthyoides

Apogonichthyoides is a genus of small, colorful cardinalfish often found in coral reefs. They are nocturnal and tend to form schools. These fish are popular in the reefkeeping hobby due to their peaceful nature and striking patterns. They are relatively easy to care for, making them suitable for beginners. They thrive in stable aquarium conditions with plenty of hiding places and a diet rich in meaty foods.

  1. Threadfin cardinalfish,  bluestreak cardinalfish (Zoramia leptacantha).
    Common name: Threadfin Cardinalfish
    Scientific name: Apogonichthyoides cathetogramma
  2. Banggai Cardinalfish swimming among corals
    Common name: Cardinalfish
    Scientific name: Apogonichthyoides melas
  3. Large school of small fish swims under surface of water in the sun rays on dawn. Red sea, Egypt
    Common name: Bullseye cardinalfish
    Scientific name: Apogonichthyoides nigripinnis
  4. Common name: twobelt cardinalfish
    Scientific name: Apogonichthyoides taeniatus