{"id":11493,"date":"2026-02-17T22:55:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T22:55:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/red-damsel-neoglyphidodon-polyacanthus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T22:55:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T22:55:20","slug":"red-damsel-neoglyphidodon-polyacanthus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=red-damsel-neoglyphidodon-polyacanthus","title":{"rendered":"Red Damsel Neoglyphidodon Polyacanthus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"156\">Red Damsel \u2013 <em data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"154\">Neoglyphidodon polyacanthus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"421\"><strong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"171\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"174\" \/>The Red Damsel is a <strong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"227\">vibrant and hardy marine fish<\/strong>, displaying a striking <strong data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"276\">red-orange coloration<\/strong> that makes it stand out in any aquarium. Known for its resilience and active nature, this species adds bold color and personality to the reef.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"550\"><strong data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"434\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"437\" \/>Found throughout the <strong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"474\">Indo-Pacific<\/strong>, including coral reefs and lagoons where it lives among branching corals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"688\"><strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"564\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"567\" \/>Omnivorous \u2013 thrives on a varied diet of <strong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"685\">marine flakes, pellets, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and algae-based foods<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"900\"><strong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"705\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"708\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"763\">semi-aggressive to larger tank mates<\/strong>. It may show territorial behavior, so avoid housing with very peaceful or timid species. Reef-safe with corals and most invertebrates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"1058\"><strong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"917\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"920\" \/><strong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"953\">Semi-aggressive to aggressive<\/strong>, especially as it matures. Plenty of rockwork and swimming space can help reduce territorial disputes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1199\"><strong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1081\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1084\" \/><strong data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1105\">Beginner-friendly<\/strong>, thanks to its hardiness, but better suited to aquarists prepared for its bold personality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1224\"><strong data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1222\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1352\">\n<li data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1263\">\n<p data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1263\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1261\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1283\">\n<p data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1283\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1281\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1313\">\n<p data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1313\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1311\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1352\">\n<p data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1352\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1350\">30+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1521\">The <strong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1372\">Red Damsel<\/strong> is an <strong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1427\">eye-catching, tough, and energetic reef fish<\/strong>, perfect for aquarists seeking a hardy species with brilliant color and strong personality.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Red Damsel \u2013 Neoglyphidodon polyacanthus Overview:The Red Damsel is a vibrant and hardy marine fish, displaying a striking red-orange coloration that makes it stand out in any aquarium. Known for its resilience and active nature, this species adds bold color and personality to the reef. 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