Moluccan Damselfish

Pomacentrus moluccensis

Family : Pomacentridae

FishMarinedamselfish

Bright yellow damselfish with a black spot on the caudal peduncle. Peaceful and colorful species, suitable for reefs.

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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

Pomacentrus moluccensis grows up to 7 cm. Its body is bright yellow with a characteristic black spot on the caudal peduncle. The fins are yellow, sometimes edged with blue. It is a gregarious species that lives in small groups in the wild. It feeds on zooplankton and algae. In aquariums, it is generally peaceful and can coexist with other reef fish. It enjoys areas with branching coral for hiding. Its bright coloration illuminates the tank.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs rich in branching coral, lagoons and outer slopes

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature2428 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L

Care

Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Omnivore
Min. tank
100 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
7 cm
Lifespan
4 years
Temperament
Paisible
Propagation
Ponte sur substrat

Care notes

Parameters: 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, GH 8-12, KH 8-12, NO3<20, PO4<0.1. Minimum 100-liter tank. Varied diet: flakes, pellets, brine shrimp, algae. Compatible with reef invertebrates. Avoid very aggressive fish. Provide live rock and corals for hiding. Can be kept in groups of 3-4 in a 200 L tank.

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