Damsel - Kupang

*This fish is a marine species*

The Kupang Damselfish are suited for the beginner aquarist. Quite attractive and common in the trade, having a upper blue body and dorsal fin, with the lower belly area yellow through to the caudal peduncle, including the pelvic and anal fins. It is a semi-aggressive Damselfish that can be kept in a community reef aquarium with the right tank mates.

This species is native to reefs within the Indo-Pacific Region. 

 

Features of Kupang Damselfish:

• Blue upper body and yellow caudal, pelvic and anal fins
  
• Grows up to 7cm
• Care level: Beginner
• Semi - Aggressive
  
• Reef compatible

 

Tank Mate Compatibility:

Here’s a list of some of the best tank mates for your Kupang Damselfish:

• Tangs
• Triggerfish.
• Angelfish
• Hawkfish

Due to semi-aggressive nature, tank mates need to be able to defend themselves. Do not keep with shy peaceful species. They can be competitive for food. House with invertebrates with caution.

 

Feeding:

Kupang Damselfish diet should consist of a variety of foods such as brine shrimp, freeze dried & frozen foods, dry flakes and pellets. Provide plant based foods in the form of spirulina & flakes. 

 

Equipment:

Aquarium:

Kupang Damselfish require a minimum tank size of approximately 115L. 

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Heater:

Kupang Damselfish prefer water temperatures between 22°C - 27°C.

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Lighting:

Replicate natural conditions with artificial lighting (8-10 hours of light every 24 hours.) 

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Filtration & Water Movement:

Kupang Damselfish require good filtration and water quality. They are a hardy species and will tolerate a range of water parameters. They are not picky about water flow.

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Substrate:

This species does not have a preference of substrate. You can select a substrate based on your personal preferences. 

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Decorations for Kupang Damselfish:

Provide lots of live rock, structure and rocky overhangs for plenty of territory to hide in.

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