Red Face Pipe Fish

Redface Pipefish (Siokunichthys nigrolineatus “Redface”)
The Redface Pipefish is a small, peaceful freshwater/brackish fish native to Southeast Asia, prized for its slender body, vivid red facial markings, and delicate swimming style. It is a slow-moving, surface-dwelling species that thrives in calm, well-planted aquariums with plenty of hiding places.

Quick Facts:

• Origin: Southeast Asia
• Family: Syngnathidae
• Adult Size: Up to 10 cm
• Lifespan: 3–5 years
• Temperament: Peaceful, slow-moving, shy
• School Size: Best kept in pairs or small groups
• Tank Level: Top-level (surface swimmer)
• Diet: Carnivore – small live or frozen foods such as copepods, daphnia, and brine shrimp
• Water Temperature: 24–28 °C
• pH Range: 6.5–7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
• Tank Setup: Heavily planted tanks, floating plants, gentle filtration
• Compatibility: Peaceful community tanks with slow-moving species
• Care Level: Moderate to advanced

Notes:

• Sensitive to water quality; stable conditions and low current are essential.
• Requires a diet of live or frozen foods; not suited for flake-only diets.