Three-stripe damselfish
Dascyllus aruanus
Family : Pomacentridae
Small white fish with three vertical black bands. Very active and territorial despite its size.
Description
The three-stripe damselfish grows up to 10 cm. Its body is white with three vertical black bands. The fins are white. It is a very active and territorial fish, especially towards other damselfish. It can be aggressive in a small tank. It lives in small groups in the wild. It reproduces by laying eggs on a substrate.
Habitat
Region :
This fish lives in coral reefs, often associated with branching corals like Acropora. It frequents lagoons and reef slopes. Juveniles hide among coral branches.
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Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. Minimum tank size 150 liters. Omnivorous: brine shrimp, mysis, algae. Compatible with robust fish. Avoid shy fish. Can be kept in groups if tank is large. Territorial, introduce last. Breeding possible.
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