Moonstone Chromis
NameMoonstone Chromis
Scientific NameChromis opercularis
Common NamesMoonstone Chromis, Moonstone Damselfish
FamilyPomacentridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful damselfish (in large tanks), Clownfish, Gobies, Blennies, Hawkfish, Dwarf Angelfish, Tangs (in larger tanks)
Description
The Moonstone Chromis is a hardy and attractive damselfish species found throughout the Indo-Pacific. It features a silvery-grey body with a distinctive yellow dorsal fin base and caudal fin. This species is generally peaceful for a damselfish but can exhibit territorial behavior, especially when kept in groups or smaller tanks.
