Genus

Common name: Cardinalfish

Scientific name: Siphamia

Siphamia is a genus of small, nocturnal cardinalfish commonly found in the Indo-Pacific region. These fish are known for their peaceful nature and are often appreciated in the reef aquarium for their ability to coexist with a wide variety of other marine species. They exhibit fascinating behaviors, including mouthbrooding where males carry the eggs in their mouths until they hatch. Siphamia species typically have a silver body with distinctive markings and are relatively easy to care for, making them suitable for both novice and experienced aquarists.

  1. Common name: Short siphonfish
    Scientific name: Siphamia fistulosa
  2. Common name: Sea urchin cardinal
    Scientific name: Siphamia mossambica
  3. Tubed siphonfish, Siphamia tubifer, hiding between venomous spines of fire urchin, Asteropyga radiata, Sulawesi Indonesia.
    Common name: Urchin cardinalfish
    Scientific name: Siphamia tubifer