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About Alpha Chromis
A small, vibrant blue damselfish with a slender, streamlined body. The Alpha Chromis displays bright electric blue coloration on the dorsal and anal fins, with a silvery-blue body and dark eye stripe.
Key facts
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Family
- Pomacentridae
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Appearance
- A small, vibrant blue damselfish with a slender, streamlined body. The Alpha Chromis displays bright electric blue coloration on the dorsal and anal fins, with a silvery-blue body and dark eye stripe.
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Max Size
- 3.5
- Common Health Issues
- Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, White Spot Disease, Columnaris
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to Hawaii, including the Great Barrier Reef and Philippines.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 30 gallon tank • Maintain temperature 72–78°F and pH 8.1–8.3 • Peaceful in groups but may become aggressive with other damsels if overcrowded • Requires strong water flow and excellent filtration • Feed high-quality flake and small pellet foods 2–3 times daily
- Care Level
- Beginner
- Diet
- omnivore
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