Australian Stripey

Australian Stripey

$120.00
$120.00
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Australian Stripey
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Australian Stripey

HEALTH-SELECTED SALTWATER FISH

Australian Stripey

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$120.00
$120.00

Shipping is $42.79. Fish orders over $599 and coral orders over $399 ship free. Fish and coral ship in separate boxes, and we confirm your delivery day with you before anything ships.

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Australian Stripey

Transform Your Tank with a Rare Australian Species That's All Personality and Pattern

Looking for something genuinely different on your livestock list? The Australian Stripey (Microcanthus strigatus) is a compact species from the coastal waters of Australia that brings bold diagonal black-and-gold striping to any saltwater aquarium, a graphic, eye-catching pattern that stands out in a tank full of more commonly kept species. It's not often seen in the trade, which makes it a conversation starter every time someone new sees your system.

Hardy and adaptable, the Stripey is an easygoing addition that gets along well with most community reef inhabitants. It's active without being aggressive, not suited to reef tanks, and comfortable in a well-maintained system with live rock to explore. In the wild it schools naturally, so it does especially well in pairs or small groups if your system allows. Low drama, high character: exactly what a reef tank needs more of.

Quick Stats & Care Guide

  • Common Name: Australian Stripey
  • Scientific Name: Microcanthus strigatus
  • Current Size: Medium
  • Care Level: Easy to Intermediate
  • Temperament: Peaceful
  • Diet: Omnivore, mysis, brine, nori, high-quality pellets
  • Reef Safe: No
  • Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
  • Water Conditions: Temp 72 to 78°F | Sal 1.020 to 1.025 | pH 8.1 to 8.4 | Moderate flow

Why Buy From The Coral Boutique?

Every specimen we ship has been quarantined, conditioned, and eating before it leaves our facility. Rare Australian species require careful sourcing and handling. Ours arrive healthy and ready to acclimate into your system from day one.
Fish Health

Our fish are selected with appearance, behavior, and feeding response in mind before being listed. We aim to offer healthy, alert specimens for established saltwater systems.
Compatibility

Please confirm this fish is compatible with your tank size, current livestock, temperament needs, and reef goals before ordering. If you are unsure, contact us before checkout and we’ll help you choose responsibly.
Shipping & Pickup

Livestock ships Monday through Wednesday. We confirm a delivery day with you before your order goes out, and we will hold it if the weather is bad or an animal needs more time in quarantine.

Fish orders over $599 qualify for free shipping. Coral orders over $399 qualify for free shipping. Free same-day Miami pickup is available at 46 NW 36th St and is usually ready in 1–2 hours.
Live Arrival Guarantee

Eligible livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. Photograph the animal in its sealed bag before you open anything, then email that photo with your order number within two hours of delivery. Our team reviews every claim and gets you an answer within one business day. Failed delivery attempts, refused packages, or missed delivery windows may void coverage.
Acclimation

Acclimate fish carefully and introduce them into a stable, established saltwater aquarium. Match temperature and salinity slowly, keep lights low during introduction, and monitor behavior closely after release.
Photography

We photograph our fish in house to show their coloration and patterning as clearly as we can. Colors can look different under your own lights.

When a fish in our WYSIWYG collection has one in stock, the photo is the exact fish you receive. Other fish listings use a representative photo of the species and the quality you can expect. Every fish is carefully selected for health, coloration, and temperament before shipping.

SELECTED FOR ESTABLISHED SYSTEMS

Healthy Fish Start With Careful Selection.

Every fish is selected with color, behavior, and compatibility in mind. We focus on livestock that makes sense for real reef systems, not just impulse purchases.

If you have questions about temperament, tank size, or reef compatibility, contact us before ordering.

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How ordering and shipping work

Ship days, free shipping, the Live Arrival Guarantee and shipping protection in just over a minute.

  • Scheduled Shipping

    Fish ship Monday through Wednesday only to avoid weekend delays.

  • Simple Claim Window

    Sealed bag photo, emailed within 2 hours of delivery. Natural or white light.

  • Free Miami Pickup

    Pick up locally from our NW 36th St showroom.

INTRODUCTION MATTERS

Give New Fish a Stable Start.

Successful fish introductions depend on stable water parameters, proper acclimation, compatible tankmates, and low-stress handling. Take your time, keep lights low, and observe behavior closely after release.

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