Jewel Damselfish

Jewel Damselfish

The Jewel Damselfish is a bully. A pretty bully. Also called the Yellowtail Damselfish the Jewel Damsel grows to five inches and though tough on smaller fish, the species is safe for reef tanks. The Jewel Chromis Damsel will tolerate fish of similar size, unless it is another Jewel Damselfish.

• Scientific Name: Microspathodon chrysurus
• Max Size: 5 inches
• Origin: Caribbean
• Require tank size: 50+ gallons
• Diet:  variety of meaty items, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.