Can a Striped Damselfish Live With a Three Stripe Damselfish?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 65/100.
Why
- Known conflict: Dascyllus damsels turn highly territorial toward conspecifics as they mature
It can work if…
- Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict
Both species at a glance
Striped Damselfish
Dascyllus aruanus
- Aggression:
- aggressive
- Min tank:
- 20 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- omnivore
Three Stripe Damselfish
Dascyllus melanurus
- Aggression:
- aggressive
- Min tank:
- 10 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- omnivore