Black-tailed dascyllus
Dascyllus melanurus
Family : Pomacentridae
FishMarinedamselfish
Black and white damselfish, active and hardy.
Popularity
Beginner marine fish
reef-compatible
Availability
Common in shopsShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Dascyllus melanurus is a marine fish from the Pomacentridae family. It reaches up to 8 cm. Its body is white with vertical black bands and a black tail. It is territorial but relatively peaceful in a community tank. In the wild, it lives in groups. It is omnivorous and accepts a wide variety of foods.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs, lagoons
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
Care
Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Omnivore
Min. tank
100 L
Min. group
3
Adult size
8 cm
Lifespan
5 years
Temperament
semi-agressif
Propagation
Care notes
Marine tank of at least 100 liters, with live rock for hiding. Salinity 1.020-1.025, temperature 24-28°C. Omnivore: feed flakes, brine shrimp, mysis. Beware of intraspecific aggression if kept in small group. Introduce several juveniles together.
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