Stark's Damselfish

Stark's Damselfish

Chrysiptera starcki

Also known as: Starck's Demoiselle

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟢 Easy 🍽️ Omnivore Reef Safe

Brilliant electric blue upper body sharply contrasting with a bright yellow lower body. One of the most strikingly colored damsels.

Tank Size

20 gal
minimum (30+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

3"
7.6 cm

Lifespan

5–8 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Less aggressive than many damsels. Prefers rocky overhangs and caves. A good choice for community reef tanks.

Feeding

Marine flakes, pellets, and frozen mysis.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Convict Tang 8" Azure Damselfish 2.5"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Naso Tang 18" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Jewel Damselfish 6" Blonde Naso Tang 16" Desjardin's Sailfin Tang 16"

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