{"product_id":"spotted-mandarin","title":"Spotted Mandarin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\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\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpotted Mandarin Dragonet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as the Psychedelic Mandarin, the Spotted Mandarin Dragonet is one of the most recognizable and visually stunning fish in the marine aquarium hobby. Featuring vibrant blue, green, orange, and black patterning, this peaceful species is a true showpiece for mature reef aquariums.\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 2–4 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\u003eSpotted Mandarins spend most of their day slowly foraging across rockwork and sand in search of copepods and other microfauna. Their peaceful demeanor and mesmerizing movement make them one of the most enjoyable fish to observe in a reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey thrive in mature reef systems with established live rock, stable water conditions, and abundant natural food sources. Because they are slow, methodical feeders, they should not be housed with aggressive or highly competitive fish that may outcompete them during feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mature aquarium with healthy pod populations is strongly 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\u003eEven conditioned specimens benefit greatly from established pod populations within the aquarium.\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:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressive tankmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly competitive feeders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish that may stress or outcompete them for food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited for mature, peaceful reef systems.\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lush","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50306999124244,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/0175\/5668\/files\/SpottedMandarin.jpg?v=1780517149","url":"https:\/\/www.lushcorals.com\/products\/spotted-mandarin","provider":"Lush Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}