King Damsel Chrysiptera rex

The King Damsel is a relatively docile Damselfish species that can be kept in larger reef aquariums   that contain peaceful community fish species. if kept in smaller aquariums they may pick on smaller tank mates.

Provide the King Damsel with plenty of hideouts and caves, they are best kept in pairs or small groups.

This species is not overly aggressive like most Damselfish species, they will not harm invertebrates or coral and will graze on some algae species.

The diet of the King Damsel should consist of flaked and frozen foods, and herbivore preparations.

King Damsel also known as the Peach Damsel, Pink Damsel or King Demoiselle are found from eastern Indian Ocean, Ryukyu Islands, Taiwan, Philippines, Palau, Indonesia, New Guinea, New Britain, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, and the Great Barrier Reef.