Azure damselfish

Chrysiptera hemicyanea

FishMarine

The body is electric blue on top and bright yellow on the belly and tail. The fins are blue with iridescence. It is an active and territorial fish. It can be kept in groups in a large tank. It reproduces by laying eggs on rocks. Males guard the eggs. It is a hardy and easy-to-keep species.

Recommended parameters

ParameterRecommended range
Temperature24–27
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12
KH8–12
NO₃≤ 20
PO₄≤ 0.1

Care

Difficulty1/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank100 L
Min. group1
Adult size6 cm
Lifespan6 ans
Temperamentsemi-aggressive

Care notes

A minimum tank size of 100 liters is recommended. Temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4. Salinity 1.020-1.025. Omnivorous diet: flakes, pellets, brine shrimp. Can be kept in groups of 3-5. Beware of aggression between males. Compatible with most reef fish. Efficient filtration is required. Parameters must be stable.