Lifespan of Dottybacks?

[Zionas]

Does anyone have an idea of how long Dottybacks usually live for? Is 10+ years common? Thanks.

 

[i cant think]

Does anyone have an idea of how long Dottybacks usually live for? Is 10+ years common? Thanks.

It varies along species but for some of the common species we see I believe it’s about 5-6 years.

 

[Zionas]

I see. So I guess 10+ years isn’t common for this family.

 

[i cant think]

I see. So I guess 10+ years isn’t common for this family.

I think if we got more CB specimens in this family, 10ish years is more likely to occur but as we don’t know how old they are when we get them WC, it’s generally around 5-6 years.

 

[mewgar24]

Does anyone have an idea of how long Dottybacks usually live for? Is 10+ years common? Thanks.

I have one that is going strong for an 8+ year old

 

[Ryanliyikun]

Most dottybacks can live quite a while in captivity—5–7 years is pretty common, and with good care it’s not unusual for them to reach 10+ years. It depends a bit on the species and tank conditions, but they’re generally hardy fish that can stick around for a long time

 

[Zionas]

@mewgar24 Nice. Which species is it? Captive bred?

 

[Zionas]

@Ryanliyikun I see. That’s good to know. Which ones have you kept and have they lived 10+ years?

BTW nice name lol.

 

[mewgar24]

@mewgar24 Nice. Which species is it? Captive bred?

I think so. Its been years

 

[Zionas]

@mewgar24 Is it an Orchid? Think that’s what most have. (P. fridmani)