{"id":3336,"date":"2026-02-16T23:26:13","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/chromis-titanium-fish-chromis-xanthura\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T23:26:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:26:13","slug":"chromis-titanium-fish-chromis-xanthura","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=chromis-titanium-fish-chromis-xanthura","title":{"rendered":"Chromis Titanium Fish Chromis Xanthura"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chromis Titanium (Chromis xanthura)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Chromis Titanium is a striking and less common species of chromis, named for its metallic silver-to-grey \u201ctitanium\u201d body sheen<\/strong> contrasted with a bright yellow caudal fin<\/strong>. Reaching around 12\u201313 cm (5 inches)<\/strong> in length, it is larger than many of the common chromis species and tends to be more assertive in behaviour. Hardy, active, and eye-catching, this species makes a dramatic addition to community reef aquariums with enough space.<\/p>\n

Origin<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Found across the Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, particularly the Great Barrier Reef, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and Micronesia. Typically inhabits outer reef slopes, lagoons, and coral-rich drop-offs, usually in loose shoals near branching corals.<\/p>\n

Feeding<\/strong><\/h3>\n

An omnivorous planktivore<\/strong> that adapts easily to captive diets:<\/p>\n

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    High-quality marine flakes and pellets (staple)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Frozen mysis, cyclops, and enriched brine shrimp<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Finely chopped seafood (shrimp, clam, squid)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Spirulina and algae-based foods for balance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Feed 2\u20133 times daily<\/strong> to keep energy levels high and colours vibrant.<\/p>\n

    Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    The Titanium Chromis is generally peaceful but more robust and assertive<\/strong> than smaller chromis species. Best suited with:<\/p>\n

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      Clownfish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Tangs and surgeonfish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Wrasses (reef-safe, semi-aggressive species)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Angelfish (dwarf or larger, in big systems)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Other chromis (with caution \u2014 best in larger tanks to prevent squabbles)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Avoid very timid nano fish that may be stressed by their activity.<\/p>\n

      Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Peaceful to semi-aggressive.<\/strong> Unlike Chromis viridis<\/em>, they do not form large tight shoals. Kept in smaller tanks, they may show dominance behaviour and chase conspecifics. Best results are achieved either with a single specimen<\/strong> or in a group of 5+ in a large aquarium<\/strong> where aggression can be spread out.<\/p>\n

      Experience Level<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Intermediate.<\/strong> Hardy and adaptable, but their larger size, assertive behaviour, and space requirements make them better suited for aquarists with medium to large reef tanks.<\/p>\n

      Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        Temperature:<\/strong> 24\u201328\u00b0C (75\u201382\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        pH:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Salinity:<\/strong> 1.020\u20131.025 SG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Hardness (dKH):<\/strong> 8\u201312<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Tank Size:<\/strong> Minimum 75 gallons (280L)<\/strong> for a group; smaller systems acceptable for a single specimen<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Provide open water for swimming along with coral\/rock structures to establish territories.<\/p>\n

        Reef Compatibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Reef safe.<\/strong> Will not harm corals or invertebrates and adds unique metallic colouration and movement to reef aquariums.<\/p>\n

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