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Damselfish are colourful and active marine aquarium fish, particularly popular with beginners thanks to their hardiness and striking appearance.
These marine fish belong to the Pomacentridae family, which includes well-known genera such as Stegastes, Dascyllus, Chromis and Chrysiptera. Damselfish are mainly found in the tropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, where they inhabit coral reefs and rocky reef environments.
Their vibrant colours, energetic swimming behaviour and fascinating personalities make damselfish a popular choice for marine and reef aquariums.
Chrysiptera Parasema
Yellowtail Blue Damselfish, Yellow-tailed Damsel, Blue Damsel, Yellowtail Demoiselle, Sheephead, Goldtail Damsel, Jewellfish.
AvailableDascyllus Melanurus
Other name: Four stripe Damselfish, Blacktail humbug, Blacktailed dascyllus,
AvailableDascyllus trimaculatus
Other names: Domino Damselfish, Threespot Dascyllus, Threespot Demoiselle, 3-Spot Domino Damsel
AvailableAbudefduf Saxatilis
Other names: Damsel Fish, Five Finger, Pilotfish, Sargeant Major
AvailableMicrospathodon chrysurus
Other names: Yellowtail Damselfish, Bluespot Damsel
AvailablePomacentrus Caeruleus
Other names: Blue pete, Bluedevil, Yellowbellied damsel,
AvailableChromis Retrofasciata
Other name: Black Bar Puller
AvailableChrysiptera Cyanea
Other names: Blue Damselfish, Blue Devil Damselfish, Sapphire Devil, Cornflower Sergeant-Major
AvailableChrysiptera Hemicyanea
Other names: Azure Damselfish, Kupang Damselfish, Yellow dipped damsel
AvailableChrysiptera springeri
Other names: Springer's blue damsel, Springer's damselfish
AvailableChrysiptera rollandi
Other name: Blue head damsel
AvailableChrysiptera Talboti
Other name: Talbot's damselfish
AvailableDascyllus Aruanus
Other names: White tailed damselfish, White tailed dascyllus, Three stripe damsel, Humbug dascyllus
AvailableNeopomacentrus azysron
Other name: Orange-tailed Damselfish
AvailableNeoglyphidodon oxyodon
Other names: Bluebanded damselfish, Bluevelvet damsel, Javanese damsel
AvailableChrysiptera taupou
Other names: Fiji damsel, Southseas damsel
AvailableChromis Viridis
Other names: Blue Green Damselfish, Green Chromis, Green Puller.
Available Chromis margaritifer
Other names : Chocolate Dip / Half & Half Puller / Whitetail Chromis / Whitetail PullerSynonym : Chromis dimidiatus margaritifer
AvailableAmblyglyphidodon ternatensis
Chromis Viridis
Other names: Blue Green Damselfish, Green Chromis, Green Puller.
Out of stockChromis Cyaneus
Other names: Blue Chromis Damsel, Blue Reef Chromis Damsel
Out of stockChromis Dimidiata
Other names: Bicolor Damselfish, Half-and-half Chromis, Two-tone Puller, Twotone Chromis
Out of stockChrysiptera Parasema
Yellowtail Blue Damselfish, Yellow-tailed Damsel, Blue Damsel, Yellowtail Demoiselle, Sheephead, Goldtail Damsel, Jewellfish.
Out of stockDischistodus perspicillatus
Other names: White damselfish, Two barred puller, Four spot damsel
Out of stockNeoglyphidodon Crossi
Other names: Orange damsel, Cross' damselfish
Out of stockPlectroglyphidodon lacrymatus
Other names: Yellowtail, Whitespotted devil
Out of stockNeoglyphidodon melas
Other names: Bowtie Damselfish, Black Damselfish, Bluefin Damselfish, Yellow-back Damsel, Royal Damsel, Zulu Damsel
Out of stockNeoglyphidodon nigroris
Other names: Blackmouth Damsel, Behn's Damsel, Yellowtail Damsel.
Out of stockParma oligolepis
Other name: Bigscale scalyfin
Out of stockPomacentrus Alleni
Other name: Andaman damsel
Out of stockPomacentrus amboinensis
Other names: Amboina damselfish, Pallid damselfish
Out of stockPomacentrus Auriventris
Other name: Yellow belly damsel
Out of stockDascyllus marginatus
Other name: Red Sea dascyllus
Out of stockAcanthochromis polyacanthus
Other names: Spiny-tail Puller, Spotty tail
Out of stockChrysiptera starcki
Other name: Stark's demoiselle
Out of stock Chromis vanderbilt
Most damselfish species reach around 4 to 10 cm in length as adults, although their final size varies depending on the species. They typically have an oval, laterally compressed body that allows them to swim quickly and manoeuvre easily between rocks and corals.
Their distinctive dorsal fin gives them a characteristic silhouette, while their colours range from brilliant electric blue and vivid yellow to striking combinations of black and white.
Damselfish are also known for their active and energetic behaviour. They spend much of the day exploring the aquarium and swimming around live rock and corals, making them particularly interesting fish to observe in a reef aquarium.
Understanding the size, temperament and behaviour of different damselfish species makes it easier to choose the right fish for your marine aquarium and its existing inhabitants.
Chromis viridis, commonly known as the blue-green chromis, is one of the most popular Chromis species in the marine aquarium hobby.
Providing plenty of open swimming space alongside rocky hiding places allows Chromis viridis to display more of its natural behaviour.
Chromis retrofasciata, Chromis vanderbilti and Chromis margaritifer are active and sociable reef fish that bring plenty of movement to a marine aquarium.
They benefit from sufficient open swimming space as well as rocky hiding places where they can retreat when necessary. A well-structured reef aquarium helps reduce stress and encourages more natural behaviour.
The genus Chrysiptera includes some of the most colourful damselfish for reef aquariums. Species such as Chrysiptera cyanea, Chrysiptera parasema, Chrysiptera hemicyanea, Chrysiptera rollandi and Chrysiptera springeri display particularly intense colours, ranging from electric blue to bright yellow.
A well-structured aquarium with plenty of live rock, caves and hiding places gives these curious and active fish room to establish their own territories and can help reduce conflicts between individuals.
Dascyllus aruanus and Dascyllus trimaculatus are particularly active damselfish with a more assertive temperament.
Their more assertive temperament should always be considered when choosing suitable damselfish tank mates.
Understanding damselfish behaviour and care requirements is essential for creating a marine aquarium in which these colourful reef fish can thrive.
Damselfish are diurnal and highly active fish. They spend much of the day exploring their surroundings, swimming around rockwork and interacting with other aquarium inhabitants.
Temperament can vary considerably between species. Some damselfish are relatively peaceful, while others, particularly certain Dascyllus and Chrysiptera species, can become territorial and actively defend their preferred hiding places.
Providing plenty of live rock, caves, hiding places and open swimming areas allows individual fish to establish their own space and can help reduce aggression and stress in the aquarium.
Damselfish care is generally straightforward, making many species suitable for beginner marine aquarists. However, like all marine aquarium fish, they require a stable, well-maintained aquarium with appropriate and consistent water parameters.
A reef aquarium with plenty of live rock and hiding places provides shelter while encouraging natural behaviour.
Damselfish should be offered a varied and balanced diet. High-quality marine pellets or flakes can be supplemented with suitable frozen or live foods according to the dietary requirements of each species. A balanced diet helps maintain their health, activity levels and vibrant colours.
Choosing suitable tank mates for damselfish is particularly important in a reef aquarium. More territorial species, including some Dascyllus, are generally best introduced after calmer fish have had time to establish themselves.
Chromis are typically more social and peaceful than many other damselfish and can provide attractive group activity in a suitably sized marine aquarium.
Providing enough space, rockwork and multiple hiding areas allows each fish to establish its own territory, helping to reduce stress and aggressive behaviour and promote a more balanced reef aquarium.
