I like damsels, they are interesting guys. I had 5 at one time,that eventually became lionfish food while I was on a vacation. They are neat looking guys, but I just don't want to risk any issues adding one into a more peaceful tank. I don't like the concept of returning things to LFS unless I don't have the means to care for something.
Damsels, yes or no
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iv had a few in my days one for about 2 years and it was about 4inch. it was a real pain and would even attack new corals or rocks but the oone i have now gets bullied by everyone else
my 55 is full of all different types of damsels and a clown never given me any grief . i did add them all at once though
My first fish was a Humbug Damsel, the only fish that really kept him in check was my Percula Clown (my 2nd fish). He is rowdy and bullish to new fish but he gets along great with everyone now.
Wow, what a long list of replies! Thanks guys, for all the opinions. I think I will stick to my plans for damsels, which makes me really happy. I will add them last.
I have to agree that when they get bored, they will pick at just about anything. I have had to reposition many things and even relocate them (not my damsels).
Velvet Damsel and Yellow Tail Damsel. They eat everything except my mushrooms and snails. The yellow tail seem to be mellower.
Velvet Damsel and Yellow Tail Damsel. They eat everything except my mushrooms and snails. The yellow tail seem to be mellower.
exactly what size tank are you talking about? and how many fish would be in it? i think these are very important questions here.
No matter how many experience encounters you've heard, damsels + other tankmates are strictly case by case scenarios.
You'll never know if it'll work in your tank until you try.
But yes, the strategy of adding them last will help with success rate.
You'll never know if it'll work in your tank until you try.
But yes, the strategy of adding them last will help with success rate.
Well, it is a 24 gallon nano cube. I know I want percula clownfish and damsels, I'm not sure on the #. Maybe one clown or a pair and then anywhere from 1-3 damsels. I am still researching and in the planning stage. I have the tank, but its not ready yet or anything. Maybe a royal gramma? Those are the three I really like.
