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Similar Damselfish (Pomacentrus similis)
Similar Damselfish
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.
Similar Damselfish (Pomacentrus similis)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!

Quick Stats

Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Blue, Yellow
Diet Omnivore
Reef Compatible Yes
Water Conditions sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size 2¾"
Family Pomacentridae
Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons
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Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Blue, Yellow
Diet Omnivore
Reef Compatible Yes
Water Conditions sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size 2¾"
Family Pomacentridae
Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

Similar in appearance to the aquarium favorite Yellowtail Damselfish, Pomacentrus similis is an electric blue jewel of the aquarium boasting a sunny yellow tail. This color combination looks stunning against any backdrop of corals and live rock. But what pleases aquarists most is that the Similar Damsel is less aggressive and does not need as large of an aquarium as other Damsels.

Native to the reefs of the Maldives, this member of the Pomacentridae family prefers multiple hiding places and peaceful tankmates. Though most Similar Damselfish will ignore other fish, invertebrates, or corals, some may be territorial towards its own kind or similar-sized fish. The Similar Damsel is best kept in small groups of odd numbered fish in suitably sized systems.

The Similar Damsel requires a 30-gallon or larger aquarium with numerous hiding places. It can be confrontational towards its tank mates.

The diet should consist of a variety of meaty items, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1/2" to 1" Medium: 1" to 2" Large: 2" to 3"

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