Orangetail Damsel

Chrysiptera cyanea

Suggested Tank

30+ gallons

Max Size

3 inches

Difficulty

Easy

Temperament

Semi-Aggressive

Description

The Orangetail Damsel is a brightly colored saltwater fish known for its vibrant orange tail and blue body. It is a popular choice in the aquarium hobby due to its hardy nature and small size.

Reef Safe?

Yes, the Orangetail Damsel is considered reef safe but can be a threat to smaller, more timid fish.

Environment

The Orangetail Damsel prefers a well-decorated aquarium with plenty of hiding places. It appreciates a moderate to strong water flow and will thrive in a tank with a stable temperature and salinity.

Behavior

This species is known to be territorial and can be aggressive towards other fish, especially those of the same species. It is best to keep one Orangetail Damsel per tank unless the tank is large enough to accommodate multiple territories.

Owner Reviews

Jasia17750

Jasia

@Jasia17750

4 months ago
Overall Rating:
Would Buy Again: đź‘Ť Yes
What You Feed: Frozen, pellets

This fish is always swimming around and I haven’t had any issues with it being aggressive. It is in a 125 gallon so idk if that’s what helps with its temperament but it has been a model citizen fish.

Reef Safe: Yes
Visibility: Always Visible
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Difficulty: Easy
Min Tank Size: 35 Gallons
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