Jewel Damselfish
(Microspathodon chrysurus)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Jewel Damselfish
(Microspathodon chrysurus)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
6"
Minimum Tank Size
50 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
6"
Minimum Tank Size
50 gallons
Compatibility
View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information
Overview
As a juvenile, the Jewel Damselfish, also known as Jewelfish, is black with sparkling blue dots. As the fish matures, it may turn brown to yellow and have smaller, indistinct spots.
It is overly aggressive, and therefore, only one should be kept per tank. An aquarium of 50 gallons or larger provides suitable housing.
The Jewel Damselfish feeds on a variety of meaty items, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 2" to 3" Large 3" to 4"
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Customer Testimonials
David Blomquist
Saratoga , CA
My Jewel Damsel hovered over the rocks like a hummingbird over a selection of particularly tasty flowers. At first, it was rather timid, but once it adapted to the tank, it tried to claim the whole thing. It is, in my experience, a very territorial fish. Even though mine never grew to more than 3 inches, I would not recommend this fish for aquariums less than 50 gallons. It is very quick and can harass all inhabitants if the tank is small.
My Jewel Damsel hovered over the rocks like a hummingbird over a selection of particularly tasty flowers. At first, it was rather timid, but once it adapted to the tank, it tried to claim the whole thing. It is, in my experience, a very territorial fish. Even though mine never grew to more than 3 inches, I would not recommend this fish for aquariums less than 50 gallons. It is very quick and can harass all inhabitants if the tank is small.
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