Pseudochromis steenei, also known as lyretail dottyback, is a saltwater fish from Indonesia that is occasionally kept in aquariums.

The specific name honours the Australian naturalist and underwater photographer Roger C. Steene who assisted in the collection of the type specimen.

Twenty five gallons is typically quoted as the minimum tank size required to permanently house this fish.

Because it typically ignores invertebrates it is considered reef safe, although it will sometimes attack shrimp.

Despite its hardy nature, it should not be placed in an aquarium with larger predatory fish such as lionfish, and grouper which may see it as a food source.