{"product_id":"spotted-mandarin-med","title":"Spotted Mandarin MED","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"g2ehj0\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"78\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eSpotted Mandarin (Synchiropus picturatus \/ Spotted Mandarin Dragonet)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eA stunning and highly sought-after marine fish, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"152\"\u003eSpotted Mandarin\u003c\/strong\u003e is famous for its intricate pattern of blue, green, black, and orange spots. Peaceful and constantly foraging, this beautiful dragonet is a true jewel of the reef aquarium and a favourite among experienced marine aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"590\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"399\"\u003ePeaceful. Excellent with clownfish, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, and other non-aggressive community species. Avoid aggressive or highly competitive feeders that may outcompete it for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"618\"\u003eReef-safe. Completely harmless to corals and most invertebrates, making it an ideal reef aquarium inhabitant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"738\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eCarnivore – feeds primarily on copepods, amphipods, and other microfauna found within live rock and substrate. Some specimens can be trained onto frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and enriched brine shrimp, but a healthy pod population remains essential for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11v57y5\" data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gvnmfh\" data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eSalinity: 1.023–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xmjw3g\" data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1esbqum\" data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size: 120L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eModerate to Advanced – requires a mature aquarium with a well-established copepod population and stable water conditions. Not recommended for newly established systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1559\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eTop Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eA refugium or dedicated copepod culture can greatly improve long-term success. Always ensure the fish is feeding well before purchase, as dietary requirements are the most important aspect of Spotted Mandarin care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"livestock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57150504239479,"sku":"TS03627","price":32.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2145\/4643\/files\/download_d2edbce6-f1c8-47da-a22b-cd9c5ed0c4c0.jpg?v=1780675743","url":"https:\/\/tropical-supplies.co.uk\/products\/spotted-mandarin-med","provider":"Tropical Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}