{"product_id":"4-lined-cardinal","title":"4 Lined Cardinal","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00ff80;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6bb71f;\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00ff2a;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6bb71f;\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6bb71f;\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout 4 Lined Cardinalfish\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe 4 Lined Cardinalfish is a striking Australian marine cardinalfish recognised by its silvery body and four prominent dark longitudinal lines. The fins and lower body can develop attractive reddish to pinkish tones, while a dark marking is present near the caudal peduncle. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis peaceful species is associated with shallow coastal reefs, sandy areas and weedy habitats. It is generally most active around dusk and at night, making it an interesting addition to a reef or peaceful marine community aquarium. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e4 Lined Cardinalfish can be kept singly or in compatible groups, with plenty of rockwork, caves and shaded areas providing shelter. Like many cardinalfish, they are slow, deliberate swimmers and are best housed with peaceful tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey are carnivorous\/planktivorous and readily accept a varied diet of small marine foods, including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp and quality marine pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOstorhinchus doederleini\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Lined Cardinalfish, Four-Lined Cardinalfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apogonidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine cardinalfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore; mysis, brine shrimp, marine pellets and other meaty foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle and lower levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single or compatible group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e More active around dusk and at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockwork, caves and sheltered areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAre 4 Lined Cardinalfish reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. They are generally considered reef compatible and do not normally bother corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow big do 4 Lined Cardinalfish get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey can reach approximately 14 cm in maximum length, although aquarium specimens are often smaller. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan they be kept in groups?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. The species can naturally occur in small groups. Providing sufficient space and hiding places helps reduce competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat do 4 Lined Cardinalfish eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey accept meaty marine foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp and quality marine pellets. A varied diet is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAre they suitable for a community reef tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes, provided their tankmates are peaceful and appropriately sized. Avoid aggressive fish that may continually harass them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAre they active during the day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey can be relatively subdued during daylight and become more active around dusk and at night. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping them with aggressive or highly territorial fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding too few caves or sheltered areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffering an overly limited diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding them to an immature aquarium with unstable water quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping too many fish in a confined space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllowing salinity and temperature to fluctuate significantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531085713547,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/4-lined-cardinalapex-aquatic-7218547.jpg?v=1790376366","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/4-lined-cardinal","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}