{"product_id":"biota-captive-bred-blue-mandarin-wysiwyg","title":"Biota Captive Bred Blue Mandarin Pair WYSIWYG","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWYSIWYG Specimen (Pair)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e✔ \u003cb\u003eExact Fish Shown in Listing Video\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔ \u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium (Approximately 1.5\" each)\u003cbr\u003e✔ \u003cb\u003eIn Our Care Since:\u003c\/b\u003e September 16, 2026\u003cbr\u003e✔ \u003cb\u003eCurrently Housed at Lush Corals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiota Captive-Bred Blue Mandarin Dragonet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptive-bred by Biota, the Blue Mandarin Dragonet combines the incredible psychedelic coloration of one of the hobby’s most iconic fish with the advantages of aquaculture. These captive-bred specimens are typically better adapted to aquarium life and prepared foods, making them an excellent option for reef hobbyists looking for a healthier, more sustainable Mandarin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔵 Conditioned \u0026amp; Prepared – Actively Eating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate–Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranging from approximately 2–3 inches at adult size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Husbandry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Mandarins spend much of their day slowly hunting across rockwork and sand in search of copepods and small food items. Their peaceful nature and mesmerizing movement make them one of the most captivating fish in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiota captive-bred specimens are typically much better acclimated to aquarium life compared to wild-caught mandarins and often adapt more readily to prepared foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mature aquarium with stable water conditions and established rockwork is still highly recommended for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Diet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarnivorous with specialized feeding habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Feed at Lush Corals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive copepods when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Your Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen mysis and small meaty foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopepods and natural microfauna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough captive-bred specimens often eat prepared foods more readily, established pod populations remain highly beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClownfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGobies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlennies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful wrasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther peaceful reef fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive tankmates or highly competitive feeders that may outcompete them during feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent addition to mature, peaceful reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLush Corals Conditioning Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fish has been carefully conditioned and prepared prior to sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile certain species such as mandarins are not held through our full quarantine process, each fish is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully inspected upon arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProactively dipped and treated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObserved for health and behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConditioned to eat prepared foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ensures your fish arrives \u003cstrong\u003ehealthy, feeding, and well-adjusted\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you a strong start in your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lush","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54065587388692,"sku":"Blue Mandarin","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.lushcorals.com\/products\/biota-captive-bred-blue-mandarin-wysiwyg","provider":"Lush Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}