False-eye Sergeant
NameFalse-eye Sergeant
Scientific NameDascyllus reticulatus
Common NamesFalse-eye Sergeant, Reticulated Dascyllus, Reticulated Damselfish
FamilyPomacentridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Samoa, Southern Japan, New Caledonia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Larger Gobies, Blennies, Clownfish, Hawkfish, Other robust damselfish (with caution)
Description
The False-eye Sergeant is a hardy saltwater damselfish known for its light blue to greenish body and a prominent black spot on its caudal peduncle. It is a resilient species often recommended for beginner to intermediate marine aquarists. While generally peaceful with larger, dissimilar tankmates, it can exhibit territorial behavior, especially towards conspecifics or similar-looking fish.
