Quick Stats
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Color Form: Purple, Yellow
Diet: Omnivore
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025
Max. Size: 2¼"
Origin: Coral Sea, Indonesia, Philippines
Family: Pomacentridae
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Overview
The Talbot's Damselfish, also known as Talbot's Demoiselle, has an attractive canary yellow head and a bright blue body. They are a very active species that maintains a small size in the aquarium, but can become territorial as it ages.
It is considered semi-aggressive and should be housed in a 30 gallon or larger aquarium. It will need adequate hiding places to develop territories and to avoid other aggressive tank mates.
The diet should include a variety of meaty foods, herbivore preparations, and flaked foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4" to 1-1/4"; Medium: 1-1/4" to 2"; Large: 2" to 3"