Stripey
Microcanthus joyceae
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| Care Level | Moderate |
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| Temperament | Bold |
| Reef Safe | With Caution |
| Functional Benefit | Pest Control |
| Diet Type | Omnivore |
| Mininum Tank Size | 120 gallons |
| Max Size | 6 inches |
| Temperature | 72–78°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.022–1.025 |
Stripey (Microcanthus joyceae) is commonly kept as an active, open-water fish that cruises the rockwork and picks at nuisance growth in a fish-focused marine aquarium. It shows the classic black-and-yellow striping associated with “stripey” Microcanthus species and reaches about 6 inches as an adult.
What You’ll Observe:
- Frequent midwater cruising with quick turns around rockwork
- Regular “rest stops” under ledges and inside caves
- Confident feeding response when food hits the water
- More visible, out-in-front behavior after it settles in
Provide an established tank with sturdy rockwork arranged into caves and swim-throughs, plus open lanes for cruising. Offer a varied menu of frozen foods and prepared foods on a steady schedule so it stays engaged and easy to observe.
Do Stripeys spend a lot of time hiding at first?
It’s common for them to use caves and overhangs frequently while they learn the tank.
Will it change color from day to night?
Many fish look lighter when resting and show stronger contrast when active.
Do they do better solo or with another Stripey?
Singles settle in well, and pairs/groups are most consistent when added together.
Where in the tank will it “claim” as home?
They usually treat a section of rockwork with multiple caves as their base.
Does behavior change as it grows?
As it matures, it often spends more time in the open and becomes more interactive.
Shipped with pure oxygen and temperature control so it arrives stress-free and ready to eat.
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