Springer's Damselfish - Chrysiptera springeri

Springeri Damsel Chrysiptera springeri

  The Springeri Damselfish originates within the Solomon Islands and is an intense blue color with black-outlined fins. The species is able to quickly change completely black in stress, which lets them escape predators. As with many other damselfish in the Chrysiptera genus, it may be aggressive toward slower-moving tank members. Be sure that your tank has ample live rocks to create a territory for hiding. A blue Sapphire Damselfish is robust and is an excellent fish for novices. They can also be a good companion fish for medium-sized saltwater aquariums, or bigger ones, and are well-suited to corals and other invertebrates. As the fish matures, it could become aggressive and cause issues with other species of fish. If you want to keep it with other damselfish species, ensure lots of rock and several hiding places to create a barrier between areas and reduce aggression.  

• Scientific Name: Chrysiptera springeri

• Family Name: Pomacentridae

• Regional Occurrence: Indonesia and surrounding Western Pacific reef habitats

• Feeding Classification: Omnivore feeding on algae, plankton, and prepared foods

• Recommended Aquarium Temperature: 74–80°F

• Water Chemistry Parameters: pH 8.1–8.4

• Marine Hardness Recommendation: 8–12 dKH

• Reef Compatibility: Reef safe

• Typical Activity Pattern: Frequently explores reef structures and rock formations

• Adult Size Expectation: Up to 2.5 inches

• Habitat Environment: Coral reefs, lagoons, and rocky marine habitats

• Visual Appearance: Dark blue body highlighted by electric blue horizontal striping