Jewel Damselfish (Microspathodon chrysurus)
Fish in the family Pomacentridae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small damselfish with striking iridescent blue spots and streaks on the head and body against a dark blue-gray background. The dorsal and anal fins are yellow-orange, and the tail is yellow; distinctive electric-blue coloration becomes more vivid with age.
Diet and feeding
Feeds on zooplankton, small crustaceans, and algae in the wild. In captivity, provide high-quality flake food, small pellets, and frozen mysis shrimp or brine shrimp; supplement with marine algae sheets and vegetable matter.
Difficulty and care for the Jewel Damselfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Western Atlantic, from Bermuda and Florida through the Caribbean to Brazil.
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