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Blue Devil Damselfish

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The Orangetail Blue Damselfish is the common name for the male Blue Damselfish, which also known as the Blue Devil Damselfish. The female of the species is all blue with a black spot and the male is blue and has an orange tail. In the wild, thes fish are found in coral reefs. They have the ability to hide in a hole or crevice and darken to almost black.

 

Common Name(s): Blue Damselfish, Blue Devil Damselfish, Orangetail Blue Damselfish (male only)
Scientific/Other Name(s) :Chrysiptera Cyanea
Origin : Australia, Indonesia
Natural Habitat : Coral reefs
Care Level : Easy
Temperature : 72-78° F
Maximum Size: 2.5"
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
Reef Safe: Yes
Feeding Requirements: all prepared foods or frozen seafoods, as well as the occasional seaweed feeding.
Temperament / Behavior: Semi-aggressive
Compatibility : Avoid keeping them with other damsels but if you do, it is best introduce at the same time to limit territorial aggression. They tend to harass other tank mates that come into their territory.
Life Expectancy : 5 years +

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