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Can a Blue and Gold Damselfish Live With a Yellow Tang?

✓ Compatible in most tanks

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 85/100.

Why

  • Fully compatible — Blue and Gold Damselfish is a good fit for this tank
  • Yellow Tang (semi-aggressive) fits community

Both species at a glance

Blue and Gold Damselfish

Pomacentrus coelestis

Aggression:
aggressive
Min tank:
20 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
omnivore

Full Blue and Gold Damselfish care guide →

Yellow Tang

Zebrasoma flavescens

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
75 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
herbivore

Full Yellow Tang care guide →

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