Can Purple Tang Live With Yellowtail Damselfish?
Purple Tang and Yellowtail Damselfish are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 8.0–8.4.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (10" vs 2.5"). Purple Tang may bully or stress Yellowtail Damselfish.
Temperament
✗ Not Compatible
Purple Tang (aggressive) is not compatible with Yellowtail Damselfish (semi-aggressive). Aggression or stress is very likely.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 110 gallons
| Parameter | Purple Tang | Yellowtail Damselfish |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 8–8.4 | 8–8.4 |
| Max Size | 10" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim Level | All | Middle |
| Min Tank | 100 gal | 20 gal |
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