Common name: Blueribbon damsel

Scientific name: Chrysiptera brownriggii (Bennett, 1828)
ヒリゾ浜の美しいミヤコキセンスズメダイ(スズメダイ科)の幼魚。

静岡県伊豆半島賀茂郡南伊豆町中木から渡し船で渡るヒリゾ浜にて。
2023年9月30日水中撮影。

The Beautiful Surge Damselfish juvenile.

HIRIZO Beach, Nakagi, South IZU, Kamo-gun, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka, Japan,
PSurge Damselfish (Chrysiptera leucopoma)
ヒリゾ浜の美しいミヤコキセンスズメダイ(スズメダイ科)の幼魚。

静岡県伊豆半島賀茂郡南伊豆町中木から渡し船で渡るヒリゾ浜にて。
2023年9月30日水中撮影。

The Beautiful Surge Damselfish juvenile.

HIRIZO Beach, Nakagi, South IZU, Kamo-gun, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka, Japan,
Pヒリゾ浜の美しいミヤコキセンスズメダイ(スズメダイ科)の幼魚。

静岡県伊豆半島賀茂郡南伊豆町中木から渡し船で渡るヒリゾ浜にて。
2023年9月30日水中撮影。

The Beautiful Surge Damselfish juvenile.

HIRIZO Beach, Nakagi, South IZU, Kamo-gun, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka, Japan,
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General information

The Surge Damselfish, Chrysiptera brownriggii, is a small and vibrant fish that adds a splash of color to any marine aquarium. It is known for its hardiness and adaptability, making it a suitable choice for both novice and experienced aquarists. This species is often appreciated for its bright blue coloration and active swimming behavior.

Details

Recommended minimum tank volume
75 liter (20 gallons)
Salinity
S.G. 1.020 to 1.025
Temperature
24 to 28 °C (75 to 82 °F)
Acidity
pH 8.1 to 8.4
Average size
8 cm (3″)
Care level
Easy Hardy and adaptable.
Diet
Omnivore Varied diet; flakes and frozen.
Social
Harem Best in groups, with more females.
Reefsafe
Yes
Aggression
Peaceful
Captive bred
Yes Bred in home aquariums.

Taxonomy

  1. Kingdom
    Animals
    Animalia
  2. Phylum
    Chordates
    Chordata
  3. Class
    Ray-finned Fishes
    Actinopterygii
  4. Order
    Perch-like Fishes
    Perciformes
  5. Family
    Damselfish
    Pomacentridae
  6. Genus
    Damselfish
    Chrysiptera
  7. Species
    Blueribbon damsel
    Chrysiptera brownriggii (Bennett, 1828)
  8. Synonyms
    Abudefduf albofasciatus (Hombron & Jacquinot in Jacquinot & Guichenot, 1853)
    Abudefduf amabilis (De Vis, 1884)
    Abudefduf leucopomus (Cuvier in Cuvier & Valenciennes, 1830)
    Abudefduf miyakoe Okada & Ikeda, 1937
    Abudefduf xanthozona (Bleeker, 1853)
    Abudefduf xanthozonus (Quoy & Gaimard, 1825)
    Chaetodon brownriggii Bennett, 1828
    Chrysiptera caudofasciata Okada & Ikeda, 1939
    Chrysiptera leucopoma (Cuvier, 1830)
    Chrysiptera xanthozona (Bleeker, 1853)
    Glyphidodon amabilis De Vis, 1884
    Glyphidodon taenioruptus Cartier, 1874
    Glyphidodon xanthozona Peters, 1876
    Glyphidodontops leucopomus (Cuvier, 1830)
    Glyphisodon albofasciatus Hombron & Jacquinot, 1853
    Glyphisodon amabilis De Vis, 1884
    Glyphisodon leucopomus Cuvier, 1830
    Glyphisodon xanthozona Bleeker, 1853

Care

Surge Damselfish are relatively easy to care for. They thrive in well-established aquariums with plenty of rockwork and hiding spaces. These fish are omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods, including flake, frozen, and live foods. It's important to maintain good water quality and stable parameters to keep them healthy.

Reproduction

In the wild, Surge Damselfish are known to be territorial during breeding. They lay their eggs in nests which are guarded by the male until they hatch. In the aquarium, breeding can be a challenging endeavor, and it is not commonly pursued by hobbyists.

Habitat

Chrysiptera brownriggii is found in the Indo-Pacific region, from the eastern coast of Africa to the western Pacific Ocean. They are commonly associated with reef environments, particularly in areas with strong water movement, hence the name 'Surge Damselfish'.