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Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
2.2 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A tiny, deep-bodied damsel clad in blackish-blue with electric blue scribbles along the flanks and starry blue spots across the head, blue-edged fins and a dark, often clear-margined tail; color intensity shifts with mood and it can darken almost to black when stressed. Unusually mild for a damselfish, it stays close to rockwork and rarely bullies tankmates, though it can get nippy in cramped quarters, give it a rock structure with plenty of caves and keep either a single fish or a group of six or more added at once. It is fully reef compatible and is prized for picking off nuisance planaria flatworms, making it a useful addition to established reef tanks with mild-mannered fish.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
The Springeri Damsel prefers a tank with plenty of hiding spots and swimming space. It thrives in a reef-like environment with live rock for grazing. The tank should have a stable temperature, ideally between 72 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit.
Behavior
This fish is known to be territorial and may become aggressive towards other fish, especially those of the same species. It is recommended to keep only one Springeri Damsel per tank unless the tank is large enough to accommodate multiple territories.
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Owner Reviews
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@SassyTurtle12
Much more peaceful than other damsels, but can still hold its own against larger fish. Will “puff up” at nearby fish but is no real danger. Can sometimes nip at the fins of slower-moving, peaceful fish, but infrequently and not to a serious extent. Attempts to attack the toothbrush I clean his territory with. Pros: one of the few community-safe damsels, blue fish can be hard to find outside of tangs Cons: may nip fins of slow-moving fish Availability: usually available
Qwarex
@Qwarex
One of the only passive damsels. As a plus they supposedly eat flatworms! A school of these would look amazing since they have such a nice color. Also cheap
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