Blue Sapphire Damselfish
(Chrysiptera cf. springeri)
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.
Blue Sapphire Damselfish
(Chrysiptera cf. springeri)
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Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Peaceful
Color Form
Black, Blue
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
2"
Family
Pomacentridae
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Peaceful
Color Form
Black, Blue
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
2"
Family
Pomacentridae
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
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Overview
The Blue Sapphire Damselfish originates from Indonesia, and is a brilliant blue coloration with black outlined fins. This species can quickly turn completely black when stressed which allows them to evade predators. Like many of the other damselfish within the Chrysiptera genus, it can become aggressive towards slower moving tank mates. Be sure the aquarium has plenty of live rock for territories and hiding.
The Blue Sapphire Damselfish is hardy and is a good fish for beginners. They also make an ideal companion fish for a saltwater aquarium of over 30 gallons, and are safe with corals and invertebrates. As the fish matures it may become aggressive, causing problems with the selection of other species of fish added to the aquarium. If keeping with other damselfish, provide plenty of live rock with multiple hiding places to break up territories and decrease aggression.
The Blue Sapphire Damselfish's diet should consist of quality flake foods, frozen meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp and occasionally dried seaweed offered on a feeding clip.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1/2" to 1-1/2"
Customer Testimonials
John Godwin
Great Falls , MT
Put three in with three Yellow Tail Damsels and they all get along just fine. Beautiful under T5's. The three tend to stay together as do the Yellowtails, makes for great activity.
Gary H
Marietta , GA
I have 3 in my tank with various other peaceful and semi aggressive fish. I have seen zero aggression from the sapphires, they all stick together and hang out in my Birdsnest coral. Absolutely beautiful fish. If you have to have a damsel like me, this would be a great choice.
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