Scissortail Damselfish
(Neopomacentrus cyanomos)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Scissortail Damselfish
(Neopomacentrus cyanomos)
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Yellow
Diet
Herbivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
3¾"
Family
Pomacentridae
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Yellow
Diet
Herbivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
3¾"
Family
Pomacentridae
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
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Overview
The gorgeous Scissortail Damselfish, scientifically Chromis atrilobata, are most known to most as a schooling damselfish species most commonly native to the reefs of the eastern Pacific, ranging across from the Gulf of California all the way down to Peru.
The Scissortail Damselfish is also known as the Scissortail Chromis, and gets its name from its signature forked tail. The Scissortail Damselfish feature a green/grey body with its characteristic forked tail being black, and unlike other damselfish species, the Scissortail is peaceful and not territorial.
Due to their easy care and hardinsess, these beautiful species make for excellent fish for beginner aquarists.