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Description
Overview:
The Spotted Drum Sweetlips is a striking and elegant marine fish, known for its long, flowing dorsal fins and bold black-and-white spotted pattern. Its graceful swimming and dramatic appearance make it a captivating addition to reef or fish-only aquariums.
Origin:
Native to the Western Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico, commonly inhabiting coral reefs, lagoons, and shallow coastal areas.
Feeding:
Carnivorous – feeds on small crustaceans, worms, and other meaty marine foods. Frequent feedings are recommended to maintain health and vibrant coloration.
Tank Mates:
Best kept with peaceful or moderately semi-aggressive fish. Avoid very small fish or invertebrates, which may be eaten.
Aggression:
Non-aggressive – generally peaceful but may show mild territorial behavior toward conspecifics.
Experience Level:
Intermediate to Advanced – thrives in a well-established aquarium with open swimming space and plenty of hiding spots.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Salinity: 1.020–1.025
- Minimum Tank Size: 180+ gallons
The Spotted Drum Sweetlips is a visually stunning, elegant, and interactive species, perfect for aquarists seeking to add movement, pattern, and personality to their marine aquarium.
DX courier delivery is £20 per livestock order.
Delivery is scheduled for your selected delivery date and typically arrives before 1pm.
There is no minimum or maximum order value.
Additional information:
- In-stock livestock orders will be processed and dispatched for delivery on the date selected on the cart/basket page.
- Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
- If any stock issues affect your chosen delivery date, we will contact you as soon as possible by email or telephone.
- Shipping for dry goods is charged separately from livestock delivery. Dry goods are dispatched according to our standard delivery policy.
- All livestock remains covered by our 7-day guarantee.

