Ocellated Damselfish

Pomacentrus vaiuli

Family : Pomacentridae

FishMarinedamselfish

Yellow damselfish with a large black ocellated spot on the back. Peaceful and easy to keep species.

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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 vaiuli grows up to 7 cm. Its body is bright yellow with a large black spot surrounded by a blue ring on the back, just in front of the dorsal fin. The fins are yellow. It is a diurnal species that lives in small groups. It feeds on zooplankton and algae. In aquariums, it is generally peaceful and adapts well. It enjoys hiding places among rocks and corals. Its ocellated spot is a distinctive feature that makes it easily recognizable.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs, lagoons and rubble areas, often near branching corals

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 reefs and peaceful fish. Provide live rock and corals for hiding. Can be kept in groups of 3-4 in a 200 L tank. Avoid very aggressive fish.

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