๐ Yellowtail Damsel (Chrysiptera parasema)
๐ Yellowtail Damsel (Chrysiptera parasema)
Blue Body โข Yellow Tail โข Hardy Reef Fish
๐ The Yellowtail Damsel (Chrysiptera parasema) is one of the most popular damselfish in the aquarium trade, instantly recognizable by its electric blue body and bright yellow tail.
Hardy, colorful, and beginner-friendly, this species is an ideal starter marine fish for reef tanks. While generally peaceful, it can become semi-aggressive as it matures, especially in smaller aquariums. In larger reef tanks, it coexists well with other robust fish.
๐ก Highlights
๐ Bright Blue Body โ Electric blue color
๐ Golden Tail โ Striking contrast
๐ Reef Safe โ Wonโt harm corals or inverts
โ Beginner Friendly โ Hardy marine fish
โก Semi-Aggressive โ Best in larger tanks
๐งพ Overview
๐ฝ๏ธ Feeding & ๐ ๏ธ Care Guide
๐ Retail Size Guide
โ FAQ Guide
๐งพ A Quick Look at the Yellowtail Damsel
๐ Common Name: Yellowtail Damsel, Yellowtail Blue Damsel
๐ฌ Scientific Name: Chrysiptera parasema
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง Family: Pomacentridae
๐ Origin: Western Pacific โ Philippines, Indonesia, New Guinea
๐ Max Size: 6 โ 7 cm (2.5 โ 3 inches)
๐ง pH Range: 8.1 โ 8.4
๐ก๏ธ Temperature Range: 24 โ 28ยฐC (75 โ 82ยฐF)
๐ง Care Level: Beginner
๐ Temperament: Semi-aggressive
๐ชธ Reef Safe: โ
Yes
๐ Min Tank Size: 75 L (20+ US gallons)
๐ Tank Level: Mid to top swimmer
๐งฌ Captive Bred: โ No
๐ฟ Wild Caught: โ
Yes
โณ Lifespan: 5 โ 7 years
๐ฝ๏ธ Diet: Omnivore โ flakes, pellets, frozen foods
๐ฃ Reproduction: Egg layers โ male guards nest