Yellowtail Damselfish

Yellowtail Damselfish

Chrysiptera parasema

Also known as: Yellowtail Blue Damsel

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

Striking blue body with a bright yellow tail. Less aggressive than many damsels but still can be territorial.

Tank Size

20 gal
minimum (30+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

2.5"
6.3 cm

Lifespan

5–10 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Less aggressive than 3-stripe or domino damsels but still a damsel — provide hiding spots and add last to the tank.

Feeding

Marine flakes, pellets, and frozen foods.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" 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" Springer's Damselfish 2"

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" Orange Shoulder Tang 14"

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