7-Three Stripe Damselfish
Dascyllus aruanus
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 4"
Color Form: Black
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Fiji, Indonesia
Family: Pomacentridae
The 3-Stripe Damselfish, also known as the Three Striped Damselfish, White-tailed Damselfish, and Humbug Dascyllus, is a popular fish. Three bold black bands are separated by two white bands with a smaller bar of white to offset the tail.
A 30 gallon or larger aquarium is suitable with plenty of hiding places. Due to its aggressive behavior as an adult, it will do well with other moderately aggressive fish in a community tank. It will not harm invertebrates or disturb the tank setting.
It will need a diet of meaty items, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4" to 1-1/4" Medium: 1-1/4" to 2-1/4"
8-Golden Domino Damselfish
Dascyllus auripinnis
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 4½"
Color Form: Black, Yellow
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Family: Pomacentridae
The Golden Domino Damselfish, also known as the Yellow Domino Damselfish, Threespot or Yellow Dascyllus. This species is so named due to the three white spots on its yellow and black body. This variation of the standard Domino Damsel is highly sought after for its unique coloration.
A 30 gallon aquarium or larger with plenty of live rock and décor is ideal. Because it can tolerate substandard water parameters, it is a popular fish among beginning hobbyists. A small group of juvenile Golden Domino Damselfish will add color and drama to most marine aquariums. Maintain this species with other semi-aggressive or aggressive fish, as they will become territorial as they mature.
The Golden Domino Damselfish feeds on a variety of meaty foods, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1/2" to 1-1/4"
9-Two Stripe Damselfish
Dascyllus reticulatus
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 4"
Color Form: Black, Blue, Green, White
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Indonesia
Family: Pomacentridae
The 2-Stripe Damselfish, also known as the Reticulate Dascyllus or Reticulated Damselfish, is a popular fish. Two dark bands encircle its shimmering silver-green body on the front half and also on the back in front of the blue-green tail.
A 30 gallon or larger aquarium is suitable with plenty of hiding places. Due to its aggressive behavior as an adult, it will do well with other aggressive fish in a community tank. It will not harm invertebrates or disturb the tank setting.
It will need a diet of meaty items, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1-1/2"
10-Blue & Gold Damselfish
Pomacentrus coelestis
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Lighting: High
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 4"
Color Form: Blue, Yellow
Diet: Omnivore
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Family: Pomacentridae
The Blue and Gold Damselfish is two-tone in color with electric blue primarily on the top portion and bright yellow on the bottom and posterior portion. There is a considerable species variation in the amount of yellow on the body of the fish.
A favorite of reef hobbyists, the Blue and Gold Damsel requires a 30 gallon or larger aquarium with numerous hiding places. It can be confrontational towards its tank mates.
The diet should consist of a variety of meaty foods, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1-1/2"
11-Talbot's Damselfish
Chrysiptera talboti
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 3"
Color Form: Purple, Yellow
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Coral Sea, Indonesia, Philippines
Family: Pomacentridae
The Talbot's Damselfish, also known as Talbot's Demoiselle, has an attractive canary yellow head and a bright blue body. They are a very active species that maintains a small size in the aquarium, but can become territorial as it ages.
It is considered semi-aggressive and should be housed in a 30 gallon or larger aquarium. It will need adequate hiding places to develop territories and to avoid other aggressive tank mates.
The diet should include a variety of meaty foods, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4" to 1-1/4"; Medium: 1-1/4" to 2"; Large: 2" to 3"
12-Tuxedo Damselfish
Chrysiptera tricincta
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 3"
Color Form: Black, White
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Fiji, Vanuatu
Family: Pomacentridae
The Tuxedo Damselfish is also known as the Threeband Damselfish and originates from the waters of Fiji. They are white in color with three prominent black bands running vertically within the body of the fish.
A 30 gallon or larger aquarium is suitable with plenty of hiding places. Due to its aggressive behavior as an adult, it will do well with other moderately aggressive fish in a community aquarium. It will not harm invertebrates or disturb the tank setting.
Offer the Tuxedo Damselfish a variety of foods including frozen brine and mysis shrimp, dried seaweed and flake foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Medium: 3/4" to 1-1/2" Large: 1-1/2" to 3"
13-Rolland's Damselfish
Chrysiptera rollandi
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 4"
Color Form: Black, White, Yellow
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Fiji, Indonesia, Vanuatu
Family: Pomacentridae
Rolland's Damselfish is also known as the Black Cap Damselfish, and these fishes originate from the South Pacific. They are a beautiful fish colored in yellow, black and white, and are relatively mild mannered for a Damselfish. These fishes will add color and activity to any saltwater community or reef aquarium.
A 30 gallon aquarium or larger with plenty of rockwork and décor is ideal. Because it can tolerate substandard water parameters, it is a popular fish among beginning hobbyists. A small group of juvenile Black Cap Damsels will add color and drama to most marine aquariums. Maintain this species with other semi-aggressive fish, as they can become territorial as they mature. In larger reef aquariums, this is normally not a problem if plenty of hiding places are provided.
Rolland's Damselfish feeds on a variety of meaty foods such as frozen mysis or brine shrimp, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1-1/4"
14-Regal Demoiselle
Neopomacentrus cyanomos
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 4"
Color Form: Black, Yellow
Diet: Herbivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Maldives
Family: Pomacentridae
Add a regal and hardy Damselfish to your reef aquarium with the Regal Demoiselle. This stately dark beauty is blackish grey with a lyre tail that frames an elegant burst of yellow. It is commonly kept long term in small schools, if provided ample swimming space and room to roam. It is a relatively passive fish that adds a dramatic effect to the reef or fish only aquarium.
Native to reefs ranging from mid-depth to shallow lagoons of the Indo-Pacific and South Pacific, wild specimens prefer to school in large shoals amongst branching corals like Acropora. In the home aquarium, the Regal Demoiselle does best in similar environments and will actively swim at all levels of the aquarium water column. Small schools of the Regal Demoiselle add a unifying and understated pop of beauty to almost any well-established reef system.
These fish are generally not picky eaters. In the aquarium, they will usually feed on flakes and pellets but should also be given fresh or frozen algaes and meaty foods like brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, planktons, krill, shrimp, scallop and similar items.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4" to 1-1/4"; Medium: 1-1/4" to 2"; Large: 2" to 3"
15-Similar Damselfish
Pomacentrus similis
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 3"
Color Form: Blue, Yellow
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Indonesia
Family: Pomacentridae
Similar in appearance to the aquarium favorite Yellowtail Damselfish, Pomacentrus similis is an electric blue jewel of the aquarium boasting a sunny yellow tail. This color combination looks stunning against any backdrop of corals and live rock. But what pleases aquarists most is that the Similar Damsel is less aggressive and does not need as large of an aquarium as other Damsels.
Native to the reefs of the Maldives, this member of the Pomacentridae family prefers multiple hiding places and peaceful tankmates. Though most Similar Damselfish will ignore other fish, invertebrates, or corals, some may be territorial towards its own kind or similar-sized fish. The Similar Damsel is best kept in small groups of odd numbered fish in suitably sized systems.
The Similar Damsel requires a 30-gallon or larger aquarium with numerous hiding places. It can be confrontational towards its tank mates.
The diet should consist of a variety of meaty items,herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1/2" to 1" Medium: 1" to 2" Large: 2" to 3"
16-Tracey's Damselfish
Chrysiptera traceyi
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 2"
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
The Tracey's Damselfish has caused a sensation among collectors, aficionados, and hobbyists that appreciate the rare and the beautiful. As a relatively new arrival to the aquarium trade, the Tracey's Damselfish is not as well known as other damselfish in the aquarium hobby but leaves a lasting impression thanks to its exquisite and unique coloration.
This magnificent Damselfish sports an exhilarating combination of regal purple coloration that transitions to a rich canary-yellow coloration that punctuates the anterior portion of the fish. Gradations of warm pink and orange coloration reminiscent of a sunset, beautifully accentuates the dominant purple and yellow coloration to dramatic effect.
Similar in care as other Damselfish, the Tracey's Damselfish requires a 30-gallon or larger aquarium with numerous hiding places. Though the Tracey's Damselfish will tend to ignore other fish, invertebrates, or corals, some may be territorial towards its own kind or similar-sized fish. Keep the Tracey's Damselfish in small groups of odd numbered fish in suitably sized systems for a truly impressive display.
Provide your Tracey's Damselfish a variety of meaty foods such as frozen mysis or brine shrimp, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4"-1", Medium: 1"-1-1/2", Large: 1-1/2"-2"
