Orchid Dottyback

Pseudochromis fridmani

Fridmani Dottyback

Dottybacks

A stunning electric purple dottyback and one of the most popular nano reef fish. The Orchid Dottyback is captive-bred, hardy, and less aggressive than most dottybacks. It actively hunts bristleworms and small pests, making it a useful addition to reef tanks.

Difficulty Easy

Reef Safety Yes

Temperament Semi-Aggressive

Min Tank Size 80L

Diet Carnivore

Available Stock

No Orchid Dottyback in stock at any Australian reef shop we track, as of 2026-08-23. We follow 5 Orchid Dottyback listings from Aquarium Gallery, Anything QT, Ocean Reefs Marine and Reef Haven, so it may come back into stock here.

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