Black-axil chromis

Chromis atripectoralis

PeixeMarinhodamselfish

Small schooling fish with blue-green body and a black spot at the axil of pectoral fins. Ideal for reef aquarium.

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante
Bioma
Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Descrição

Chromis atripectoralis is a small fish of the Pomacentridae family. It has an elongated body of iridescent blue-green color, with a characteristic black spot at the axil of each pectoral fin. The fins are translucent. It is a schooling fish that lives in groups in the wild. In the aquarium, it is peaceful and active, swimming in open water. It feeds on zooplankton and accepts fine foods. It is sensitive to water quality.

Habitat

Região :

Coral reefs, lagoons and rocky slopes

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 15 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.05 mg/L

Cuidados

Dificuldade
2/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Aquário mín.
200 L
Grupo mín.
6
Tamanho adulto
8 cm
Esperança de vida
5 anos
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

Tank of at least 200 liters for a school of 6 or more. Very stable water, efficient filtration. Fine food (zooplankton, brine shrimp, crushed flakes). Provide open swimming space. Avoid aggressive fish.

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