Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
6 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
Juveniles are jet-black with electric neon-blue streaks on the head and back plus a bold white-to-yellow vertical bar, while adults fade to a mostly dark gray-black fish with faint markings. It is a hardy, aggressive damsel that will bully tankmates and defend a territory, so it is best added last to a fish-only or robust mixed community with plenty of rockwork for hiding and clear swimming space. Keep one per tank in at least 30 gallons; it does not harm corals but is difficult to remove once established.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
They require a tank with plenty of hiding spots and swimming space. The tank should also have stable water conditions with a moderate to high water flow.
Behavior
Blue Velvet Damsels are active swimmers and are often seen darting around the aquarium. They can be territorial, especially towards other damsels and smaller fish. They are also known to be quite hardy and can tolerate a range of conditions in the aquarium.
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Josh zilke
@Joshzilke43914
Great dither fish for those looking to establish some confidence in otherwise shy fish. Always out and visible. Semi-aggressive towards its own species but hasn’t bothered anything else in the tank.
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