Chromis|Saltwater Chromis

Chromis

Chromis are related to damselfish but show much less aggression as they grow. They seem to do best in a school of three or more, and in larger numbers make a great aquarium display. Excellent for the reef aquarium since they do not bother any invertebrates or any coral, they usually grow to about 2 inches in the saltwater aquarium.

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Blue Reef Chromis
Chromis cyaneus
Picture of Blue Reef Chromis

Identification: The Blue Reef Chromis is an attractive schooling species endemic to the Western Atlantic; it's possible to keep just a single specimen, but they really should be kept in groups. Blue Reef Chromis are an active and peaceful species that prefer the mid to top levels of the aquarium; with their constant motion as a school, they will surely add vibrant color and activity to any reef or FOWLR system. Chromis are related to damselfish but show alot less aggression as they grow, and both enjoy being in a schools of three or more, and make a spectacular display in large numbers. They are very peaceful with other fish species. They can be housed with a wide variety of tank mates as long as they are not highly aggressive or territorial species that will harass or prey on them.

Tank Recommendations: The aquarium should be a minimum of 30 gallons and contain plenty of hiding spots as well as open water for swimming. This is a very active species that will spend a lot of time rapidly dashing back and forth out in the open. Ideally use rock or coral to create small nooks and hiding places.

Food and diet: The Chromis diet should be varied and consist of meaty items, herbivore flakes, and frozen preparations. Using vitamin-enriched foods may also help to preserve body coloration.

Level of Care: Easy

Acclimaton Time: 1+ hours

Reef Compatibility: Reef or Community Aquarium

Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/4" to 2"

$24.99

Blackmouth Bicolor Chromis
Paraglyphidodon Nigroris

Identification: The Blackmouth Bicolor Chromis is characterized by a dazzling banana yellow body with two horizontal black lines extending from the head of the fish to the tail. Like all Chromis, they have a great personality and are extremely easy to care for. Chromis are related to damselfish but show alot less aggression as they grow, and enjoy being in schools of three or more. They make a spectacular display in large numbers. They swim actively at all levels of the aquarium. A perfect beginner fish, a very hardy fish, it can handle the flucuations of beginner aquariums. Chromis can be among the first fish to be added to a home saltwater fish aquarium or reef aquarium because they have a relatively high tolerance for poor water quality which is to be expected for the first few months after a new saltwater fish aquarium has been set up.

Tank Recommendations: The aquarium should be a minimum of 30 gallons and contain plenty of hiding spots as well as open water for swimming. This is a very active species that will spend a lot of time rapidly dashing back and forth out in the open. Ideally use rock or coral to create small nooks and hiding places.

Food and diet: The Chromis diet should be varied and consist of meaty items, herbivore flakes, and frozen preparations. Using vitamin-enriched foods may also help to preserve body coloration.

Level of Care: Easy

Acclimaton Time: 1+ hours

Reef Compatibility: Reef or Community Aquarium

Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1-1/2"

$12.99

Blue Green Chromis
Chromis viridis
Picture of Blue Green Chromis

Identification: Chromis are a great beginner fish, and a terrific fish to learn the hobby with, the Blue Green Reef Chromis is found in schools throughout the Indo-Pacific reefs and in the Red Sea. A peaceful fish, the Blue Green Reef Chromis is more mild mannered than Damselfish. A hardy fish, Blue Green Reef Chromis will live many years in an aquarium with good water quality. Commonly kept long term in home aquariums, in small or larger schools in show tanks. Chromis are related to damselfish but show alot less aggression as they grow, and both enjoy being in a schools of three or more, and make a spectacular display in large numbers.

Tank Recommendations: The aquarium should be a minimum of 30 gallons and contain plenty of hiding spots as well as open water for swimming. This is a very active species that will spend a lot of time rapidly dashing back and forth out in the open. Ideally use rock or coral to create small nooks and hiding places.

Food and diet: The Chromis diet should be varied and consist of meaty items, herbivore flakes, and frozen preparations. Using vitamin-enriched foods may also help to preserve body coloration.

Level of Care: Easy

Acclimaton Time: 1+ hours

Reef Compatibility: Reef or Community Aquarium

Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1-1/2"

$12.99

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