Kırmızı Ruby Scooter

Scientific Name: Synchiropus ocellatus
Family: Callionymidae
Origin: Western Pacific (Indonesia, Philippines, Solomon Islands)
Care Difficulty: Medium – Difficult
Temperament: Very peaceful
Diet: Micro-organisms (copepod-heavy)
Minimum Aquarium Volume: 80–120 liters (mature system recommended)
Maximum Size: 5–7 cm
Temperature: 24–27°C
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Reef Compatibility: Fully compatible

Synchiropus ocellatus is a small, colorful species of dragonet that moves across sand and rock like a "scooter." It is typically recognized by its blue, orange, and brown speckled patterns. Its behavior and diet are very similar to mandarin fish.

⚠️ It is difficult to keep alive for long periods without a continuous supply of live microfauna.