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Can a Rolland's Damselfish Live With a Yellowtail Damselfish?

~ Possible with caution

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 66/100.

Why

  • Known conflict: Chrysiptera damsels are territorial toward their own kind in all but large tanks

It can work if…

  • Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict

Both species at a glance

Rolland's Damselfish

Chrysiptera rollandi

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
40 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
omnivore

Full Rolland's Damselfish care guide →

Yellowtail Damselfish

Chrysiptera parasema

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
40 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
omnivore

Full Yellowtail Damselfish care guide →

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