Athena Chromis (Pomacentrus athena)
Fish in the family Pomacentridae. Beginner care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small chromis with a silvery-blue body and distinctive yellow or orange markings, particularly on the dorsal fin and caudal peduncle. The body is streamlined and laterally compressed, typical of chromis in the genus Pomacentrus.
Diet and feeding
Primarily a planktivore in the wild, feeding on small copepods and zooplankton. In captivity, provide high-quality frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and copepod-based preparations, along with quality flake foods designed for small reef fish.
Difficulty and care for the Athena Chromis
Moderate - Athena 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 the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding regions from Australia to Indonesia.
Log Athena 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 Athena Chromis alongside everything else in your reef.
