{"id":4886,"date":"2026-02-17T05:25:34","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:25:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/four-stripe-damsel-dascyllus-melanurus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T05:25:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:25:34","slug":"four-stripe-damsel-dascyllus-melanurus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=four-stripe-damsel-dascyllus-melanurus","title":{"rendered":"Four Stripe Damsel Dascyllus Melanurus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"159\">Four Stripe Damsel \u2013 <em data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"157\">Dascyllus melanurus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"431\"><strong data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"174\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"177\" \/>The Four Stripe Damsel is a <strong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"237\">striking and hardy reef fish<\/strong>, recognized for its <strong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"299\">bold black-and-white vertical stripes<\/strong> that create a dramatic contrast in aquariums. Active and resilient, it\u2019s a captivating addition to both reef and community tanks.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"527\"><strong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"444\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"447\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"477\">Indo-Pacific<\/strong>, commonly found around coral reefs and lagoons.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"735\"><strong data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"541\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"544\" \/>Omnivorous \u2013 accepts a variety of foods including <strong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"671\">marine flakes, pellets, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and algae-based foods<\/strong>. A varied diet promotes bright coloration and overall health.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"923\"><strong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"752\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"755\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"813\">semi-aggressive or similarly sized fish<\/strong>. While generally reef-safe, it may defend its territory, so avoid pairing with very small or timid species.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1068\"><strong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"940\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"943\" \/><strong data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"962\">Semi-aggressive<\/strong> \u2013 territorial, particularly as it matures, but manageable in larger tanks with sufficient hiding spots.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1219\"><strong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1091\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1094\" \/><strong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1122\">Beginner to intermediate<\/strong>, owing to its hardiness and adaptability, though care should be taken with tankmate selection.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1244\"><strong data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1242\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1372\">\n<li data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1283\">\n<p data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1283\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1281\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1303\">\n<p data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1303\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1301\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1333\">\n<p data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1333\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1331\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1372\">\n<p data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1372\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1370\">30+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1542\">The <strong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1400\">Four Stripe Damsel<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1458\">durable, visually striking, and active reef fish<\/strong>, ideal for aquarists seeking a bold and lively addition to their marine aquarium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Four Stripe Damsel \u2013 Dascyllus melanurus Overview:The Four Stripe Damsel is a striking and hardy reef fish, recognized for its bold black-and-white vertical stripes that create a dramatic contrast in aquariums. Active and resilient, it\u2019s a captivating addition to both reef and community tanks. Origin:Native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found around coral reefs and lagoons. 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