Ocellated Damselfish

Pomacentrus vaiuli

Familia : Pomacentridae

PezMarinodamselfish

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

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

Descripción

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.

Hábitat

Región :

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

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
7 cm
Esperanza de vida
4 años
Temperamento
Paisible
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

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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