Ambon Chromis (Pomacentrus ambon)
Fish in the family Pomacentridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Ambon Chromis is a small, yellow-bodied damselfish with distinctive blue coloration on the dorsal fin edge and tail fin. Adults retain bright yellow bodies with characteristic blue accents on the fins.
Diet and feeding
Feed high-quality flake food, pellets, and small frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and copepods. Provide varied diet to maintain coloration and health. Feed once or twice daily in appropriate quantities.
Difficulty and care for the Ambon Chromis
Moderate - Ambon Chromis requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Hole-in-the-head disease, Columnaris
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, including Indonesia, Philippines, and nearby coral reef regions.
Log Ambon Chromis in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Ambon Chromis alongside everything else in your reef.
