Quick Stats
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Easy |
Temperament
Semi-aggressive |
Color Form
Blue with a yellow tail |
Diet
Omnivore |
Reef Compatible
Yes |
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sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78°F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4 |
Max. Size
3 inches |
Family
Pomacentridae |
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons |
Description
The Yellowtail Damsel is a hardy and strikingly beautiful fish, featuring a vivid electric blue body contrasted with a bright yellow tail. Its small size and easy-care nature make it a popular choice among beginner and experienced marine aquarists alike.
While generally peaceful, the Yellowtail Damsel can display semi-aggressive behavior, especially when defending its territory. Therefore, it is important to provide plenty of hiding spaces and rockwork to minimize territorial disputes in a community tank. Despite this, it is considered one of the less aggressive damsels and can coexist with a variety of other tankmates, making it a good fit for community and reef tanks.
The Yellowtail Damsel is reef-safe and will not harm corals or invertebrates. It has a varied diet and thrives on a mix of omnivorous foods, including flake foods, frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and algae-based foods.
Due to its hardy nature, stunning appearance, and low-maintenance needs, the Yellowtail Damsel is a great addition to most marine aquariums. It brings a splash of color and vibrancy while being adaptable to different aquarium setups.
