Green chromis
Chromis viridis
FishMarine
The green chromis grows up to 10 cm. Its body is bright green with bluish reflections. The fins are translucent. It is a peaceful fish that lives in schools. In aquariums, it is active and swims in open water. It is sensitive to stress if kept alone. It reproduces by laying eggs on a substrate prepared by the male.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| Salinity | 1.02–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank200 L
Min. group6
Adult size10 cm
Lifespan5 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. Minimum tank size 200 liters for a school of 6. Omnivorous: plankton, brine shrimp, mysis, flakes. Compatible with all peaceful fish. Avoid aggressive fish. Keep in groups of at least 5-6 to reduce stress. Captive breeding possible.