Zebra Cardinalfish

The Zebra Cardinalfish (Nectamia zebrinus) is a tropical marine species associated with reef environments, inhabiting depths ranging from 1 to 10 meters. This species can reach a maximum length of 7.4 cm. It is characterized by mouthbrooding behavior and forms distinct pairs during courtship and spawning periods. Geographically, the Zebra Cardinalfish is found in the Western 🌊 Indian Ocean, specifically limited to the 🌊 Red Sea and the 🌊 Gulf of Aden.