Blue damselfish

Chrysiptera cyanea

Familia : Pomacentridae

PezMarinodamselfish

The blue damselfish is a small, lively marine fish with electric blue coloration. It is very hardy and ideal for beginners.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Bioma
Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Descripción

The body is elongated and entirely bright blue, sometimes with a yellow tint on the tail. The fins are translucent. It is an active fish that swims throughout the water column. It is territorial but can live in groups in a large tank. It reproduces by laying eggs on a flat surface. Males become more aggressive during breeding. It is a very common species in the aquarium trade.

Hábitat

Región :

Coral reefs, lagoons, rocky areas

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2427 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
1/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
6 cm
Esperanza de vida
6 años
Temperamento
Semiagresivo
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

A minimum tank size of 100 liters is sufficient. Temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4. Salinity 1.020-1.025. It is a hardy fish that tolerates variations. Omnivorous diet: flakes, pellets, brine shrimp. It can be kept in groups of 3-5 in a large tank. Beware of intraspecific aggression. It is compatible with most reef fish. Stable parameters are needed to avoid stress.

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