{"id":10898,"date":"2026-02-17T19:40:57","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:40:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/pretty-damsel-dascyllus-marginatus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T19:40:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:40:58","slug":"pretty-damsel-dascyllus-marginatus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=pretty-damsel-dascyllus-marginatus","title":{"rendered":"Pretty Damsel Dascyllus Marginatus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"160\">Pretty Damsel \u2013 <em data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"158\">Dascyllus marginatus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"412\"><strong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"175\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"178\" \/>The Pretty Damsel is a <strong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"239\">small, hardy, and active reef fish<\/strong> with a <strong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"318\">silvery-white body marked by dark edging and subtle blue highlights<\/strong>. It\u2019s a lively species that adds constant movement and a touch of elegance to the aquarium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"535\"><strong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"425\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"428\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"478\">Red Sea and Western Indian Ocean<\/strong>, where it inhabits coral-rich lagoons and reef slopes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"664\"><strong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"549\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"552\" \/>Omnivorous \u2013 accepts <strong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"661\">high-quality flakes, pellets, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"899\"><strong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"681\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"684\" \/>Best suited for <strong data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"735\">semi-aggressive community tanks<\/strong>. It can coexist with other robust species but may show aggression toward smaller or timid fish. Generally considered <strong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"866\">reef-safe<\/strong> with corals and invertebrates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1050\"><strong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"916\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"919\" \/><strong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"938\">Semi-aggressive<\/strong> \u2013 territorial as it matures, especially in smaller aquariums. Keeping in larger groups can reduce aggression.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1189\"><strong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1073\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1076\" \/><strong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1097\">Beginner-friendly<\/strong>, as it\u2019s resilient and adaptable, making it an excellent choice for new marine aquarists.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1214\"><strong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1212\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1342\">\n<li data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1253\">\n<p data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1253\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1251\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1273\">\n<p data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1273\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1271\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1303\">\n<p data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1303\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1301\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1342\">\n<p data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1342\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1340\">30+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1530\">The <strong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1365\">Pretty Damsel<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1402\">durable and attractive fish<\/strong> that thrives in reef aquariums, providing vibrant activity and a splash of color for both beginner and experienced aquarists.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pretty Damsel \u2013 Dascyllus marginatus Overview:The Pretty Damsel is a small, hardy, and active reef fish with a silvery-white body marked by dark edging and subtle blue highlights. 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