Will Springer's Damselfish eat my corals or shrimp?

No, they are completely reef-safe. They will ignore your corals and are generally peaceful towards ornamental shrimp, though microscopic crustaceans may be hunted.

Are they really effective at eating flatworms?

Yes, they are highly regarded as one of the best biological controls for red planaria (flatworms). A hungry Springer's Damsel will actively hunt them off rocks and corals.

Can I keep a group of Springer's Damselfish together?

Yes, but they should be introduced at the same time into an aquarium large enough (at least 150 litres for a group) with plenty of rockwork to allow them to establish individual micro-territories.

Are they as aggressive as other damselfish?

No, they are one of the most peaceful damselfish species available in the hobby. While they may still defend a small territory, they rarely harass tankmates.

What should I feed them?

They are omnivorous and will eagerly accept high-quality marine pellets, flakes, and frozen foods like mysis or brine shrimp. Spirulina should also be included in their diet.

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Springer's Damselfish

Chrysiptera springeri

A striking, hardy, and relatively peaceful damselfish, highly prized by reef keepers for its voracious appetite for nuisance flatworms.

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Ideal Conditions

Temperature: 23 – 28 °C
pH range: 8.1 – 8.4
Hardness: 8 – 12 dGH
Salinity: 1.02 – 1.025 SG
Adult size: 4 – 5.5 cm
Nano Reef: 75 litres+
Lifespan: 5 – 8 years
Diet: Omnivore
Water flow: Moderate
Preferred setup: Reef or FOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock) with plenty of crevices and hiding spaces.

About the Springer's Damselfish

Springer's Damselfish is a vibrant and highly active marine fish that brings a splash of deep, inky blue to the home aquarium. Unlike many of its notoriously aggressive cousins, this species is noted for being one of the most mild-mannered members of the Pomacentridae family. They are deeply appreciated in the reef-keeping community not just for their striking visual appeal, but for their utilitarian value as a natural pest controller. A small group or even a single specimen can add lively movement to a tank without causing the chaos typical of other damsels. Their modest adult size makes them an excellent candidate for both nano reefs and sprawling community displays.

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Where Springer's Damselfish comes from

Native range

Western Central Pacific

Countries / regions

Indonesia, Philippines

Habitat

Inshore coral reefs and protected lagoons, often found seeking shelter among branching Acropora corals.

They are highly dependent on rich coral growth for shelter in their natural habitat.

Similar species

Azure Damselfish
Chrysiptera hemicyanea
Yellowtail Damselfish
Chrysiptera parasema
Talbot's Damselfish
Chrysiptera talboti

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Compatible tank mates

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Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
Both are hardy, occupy slightly different areas of the aquarium, and have complementary temperaments.
Great
Coral Beauty Angelfish
Centropyge bispinosa
Dwarf angelfish are robust enough to ignore the damselfish, and both co-exist peacefully in a reef setting.
Great
Firefish Goby
Nemateleotris magnifica
Firefish are very timid and may be intimidated by the fast-moving damselfish in smaller aquariums.
Compatible with caution
Six-line Wrasse
Pseudocheilinus hexataenia
Both species actively patrol the rockwork for pests and pods; they may compete for territory and food.
Compatible with caution
Volitan Lionfish
Pterois volitans
A predatory lionfish will easily swallow a small damselfish whole.
Not recommended

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