{"product_id":"banggai-cardinal","title":"Banggai Cardinal","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"363\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBanggai Cardinalfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"113\"\u003ePterapogon kauderni\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking and peaceful marine species known for its bold black, white, and silver coloration. Native to the Banggai Islands of Indonesia, this species is a popular choice for home aquariums due to its ease of care and captive-bred availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"391\"\u003e(\u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"390\"\u003eREEF SAFE \/ BEGINNER\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eEssential Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banggai Cardinalfish, Kaudern’s Cardinalfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"535\"\u003ePterapogon kauderni\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"564\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apogonidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"675\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"586\"\u003eOrigin\/Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Endemic to the Banggai Islands, found in shallow seagrass beds and coral reef lagoons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"719\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 3 inches (8 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"774\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 5–7 years with proper care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eLevel of Difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner-friendly; adaptable and hardy, making it ideal for community reef tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Physical Traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eColoration \u0026amp; Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver body with bold black vertical stripes and white spots along the fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eBody Shape \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall, laterally compressed body with long, flowing fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Environmental Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons (113 liters) or larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain between 74°F and 80°F (23°C to 27°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003epH Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 8.1 and 8.4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimal range is 1.023 to 1.025.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eAquascape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide caves, rock formations, and open swimming space. 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