Azure damselfish

Chrysiptera hemicyanea

Familia : Pomacentridae

PezMarinodamselfish

The azure damselfish is a bright blue marine fish with a yellow belly. It is popular for its contrasting coloration.

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

Descripción

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.

Hábitat

Región :

Coral reefs, lagoons, reef slopes

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 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.

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