Chromis – Vanderbilts

*This fish is a marine species*

TheVanderbilts Chromis are suited for the beginner aquarist. It is a peaceful andhardy 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 theVanderbilt 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:

Heres a list of some of the best tank mates for yourVanderbilts Chromis:

• Angelfish
• Cardinalfish
• Anthias
• Gobies
• Clownfish
• Tangs

TheVanderbilts 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:

VanderbiltsChromis are omnivores so their diet should consist of a variety of foods such asbrine shrimp, frozen or fresh meaty foods such as mysis, squid, fish flesh & shrimpin addition to plant materialin the form of flake foods, especially those containing Spirulina and should be offered several times daily.

Equipment:

Aquarium:

VanderbiltsChromis 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. Theyare active swimmers.

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Heater:

VanderbiltsChromisprefer water temperatures between 22C – 27C.

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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:

VanderbiltsChromis 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 forVanderbilts 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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