1. Introduction
【Child】Professor, have you ever read “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea” by Jules Verne? I’ve just started, and it made me wonder if there was an unusual and mysterious little fish that can reside in an aquarium like our own miniature underwater world?
【Professor】Ah, a fantastic piece of literature, my young friend! Your curiosity never ceases to amaze me. I believe I have just the fish in mind for our adventure. It’s called Keradadeiburujori – a unique and little-known species that we’ll explore today.
2. Characteristics
【Child】I love the unique appearance, like a character out of my favorite fantasy novel! Can you paint me a picture of this elusive Keradadeiburujori with words, dear professor?
【Professor】Certainly! Imagine a beautiful dancer gracefully gliding through the water, adorned in a flowing dress of stunning blues and purples. The Keradadeiburujori, also known as the Royal Blue Goby, has a slender, elongated body that typically grows to around 5-6 centimeters in length. Its vibrant, shimmering colors give it a truly regal appearance, befitting its name – very much like a vibrant sea dragon straight out of a fantastical tale!
3. Habitat
【Child】If we were to dive into their world like the adventurers in my new book, where would we have to journey to find these lively little beings? And can we recreate that in the aquarium, professor?
【Professor】Keradadeiburujoris inhabit the coral reefs and rocky outcrops of the Western Pacific, preferring shallow waters with plenty of hiding spots amongst rocks and corals. If you wish to transport them to your own Verne-inspired aquarium, make sure to mimic their natural habitat by incorporating live rocks, corals, and caves to explore. By doing so, you’ll provide them with a comforting, familiar environment and allow them to perform their ecological role as cleaners of the reef.
4. Husbandry Requirements
【Child】Like the mysterious Captain Nemo, we need to cater to the unique needs of our underwater vessel’s inhabitants. What does the aquatic world of our beloved Keradadeiburujori require?
【Professor】Indeed! To create a suitable home in your aquarium, make sure to maintain a water temperature between 22-26 degrees Celsius, slightly alkaline water with a pH around 8.2, and a salinity specific to marine environments. A tank of at least 80 liters is recommended to provide ample space for these nano-sea-dragons. In terms of diet, they’re carnivorous and can be fed live or frozen meaty foods like brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and copepods.
5. Behavior
【Child】I’m intrigued by their mysterious nature, professor. How do these curious little creatures interact with their watery world?
【Professor】Keradadeiburujoris are fascinating, often hiding away during the day, and emerging at night to hunt for sustenance. They are social by nature and prefer to form small groups or pairs, swimming in harmony and synchrony, like a ballet troupe at sea. Their cleaning behaviors benefit other aquatic inhabitants, as they remove parasites and dead skin from their tank-mates.
6. Breeding
【Child】As new life begins in the depths of the ocean, how do these underwater dragons go about creating the next generation of vibrant, colorful beings?
【Professor】Breeding Keradadeiburujoris in captivity can be challenging; however, it’s not impossible. Start by providing them with a clean environment featuring hiding spots such as caves or artificial breeding mops. These secretive creatures then lay eggs within their refuge, which are subsequently cared for by the male until they hatch.
7. Cautions
【Child】I understand we must heed the mysterious and unpredictable nature of the underwater world. What precautions must we take regarding our voyagers’ compatibility with other inhabitants of the aquatic realm?
【Professor】While generally peaceful, the Keradadeiburujori may become territorial, especially during the mating season. It’s wise to avoid housing them with more aggressive species or large predators who may see them as a snack. Conversely, do not keep them with smaller fish or ornamental shrimp as they may become tempted towards an opportunistic meal.
8. Conclusion
【Child】It’s been a riveting expedition into the world of the Keradadeiburujori, professor. Will you remind me of the key points to this enigmatic aquatic creature’s care?
【Professor】Certainly, young explorer! To create a vibrant underwater world for your Keradadeiburujori, remember to provide suitable housing mimicking their natural environment, meet their temperature and water condition needs, offer a carnivorous diet, and be mindful of their territorial nature when selecting tankmates. With proper care, you can bring a touch of fantastical underwater magic to your aquarium, much like the wondrous adventures in “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea”!