Azure damselfish

Chrysiptera hemicyanea

Family : Pomacentridae

FishMarinedamselfish

The azure damselfish is a bright blue marine fish with a yellow belly. It is popular for its contrasting coloration.

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Popularity
Beginner marine fish
reef-compatible
Availability
Common in shops
Shop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Biotope
Indo-Pacific
Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Description

The body is electric blue on top and bright yellow on the belly and tail. The fins are blue with iridescence. It is an active and territorial fish. It can be kept in groups in a large tank. It reproduces by laying eggs on rocks. Males guard the eggs. It is a hardy and easy-to-keep species.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs, lagoons, reef slopes

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature2427 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L

Care

Difficulty
1/5
Diet
Omnivore
Min. tank
100 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
6 cm
Lifespan
6 years
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Propagation

Care notes

A minimum tank size of 100 liters is recommended. Temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4. Salinity 1.020-1.025. Omnivorous diet: flakes, pellets, brine shrimp. Can be kept in groups of 3-5. Beware of aggression between males. Compatible with most reef fish. Efficient filtration is required. Parameters must be stable.

Similar species

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