Description
*This fish is a marine species*
The Vanderbilts Chromis are suited for the beginner aquarist. It is a peaceful and hardy species that is easy to care for. It is a shoaling species and prefers to be kept in groups of 5 or more. It is a beautiful species, having a yellowish body with numerous horizontal blue dotted lines.
This species is native to reefs within the Indo-Pacific Region.
Also known as the Vanderbilt Chromis, Black Fin Damsel, Black Chromis.
Features of Vanderbilts Chromis:
- Yellow body with numerous blue dotted lines
- Grows up to 5cm
- Care level: Easy
- Peaceful
- Reef compatible
Tank Mate Compatibility:
Here’s a list of some of the best tank mates for your Vanderbilts Chromis:
- Angelfish
- Cardinalfish
- Anthias
- Gobies
- Clownfish
- Tangs
The Vanderbilts Chromis is best kept with small groups of it's own species. Due to its nature, it is compatible with many peaceful fish, invertebrates and corals.
Feeding:
Vanderbilts Chromis are omnivores so their diet should consist of a variety of foods such as brine shrimp, frozen or fresh meaty foods such as mysis, squid, fish flesh & shrimp in addition to plant material in the form of flake foods, especially those containing Spirulina and should be offered several times daily.
Equipment:
Aquarium:
Vanderbilts Chromis require a minimum tank size of approximately 115L. These fish prefer to live in groups so accommodate based on number of fish in the community. They are active swimmers.
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Heater:
Vanderbilts Chromis prefer water temperatures between 22°C - 27°C.
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Lighting:
Replicate natural conditions with artificial lighting (8-10 hours of light every 24 hours.)
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Filtration & Water Movement:
Vanderbilts Chromis require good filtration and water quality.
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Substrate:
This species prefers a substrate mix of sand, coral and rubble.
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Decorations for Vanderbilts Chromis:
This species is peaceful but are also active swimmers. Ensure there is plenty space for swimming around the middle and top of the tank. Live rock is a great addition as these fish like to rest in small caves or crevices.
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