Azure Damselfish
Chrysiptera hemicyanea
Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
3 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Azure Damselfish is a small, hardy marine fish prized for its vivid blue body and yellow to orange lower body and tail. It is active, attractive, and well suited to many community reef aquariums when given adequate space and rockwork for shelter.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
Requires stable saltwater conditions, plenty of live rock or rock structures for hiding, moderate water movement, temperatures around 72-78F, pH 8.1-8.4, and a well-maintained marine aquarium.
Behavior
Active and bold, often stays near rockwork and will establish a small territory. It can be kept singly or in suitable setups with compatible tankmates, but may become territorial toward similar fish.
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Owner Reviews
Mvfish
@mvfish
This guy is extremely mean especially to new tankmates. Wouldnt recommend if you enjoy a more peaceful type of stocking. He gets along fine with established fish but occasionally skirmishes in territory disputes. Wouldnt recommend for any smaller system. Very colorful and active fish though.
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