{"id":7224,"date":"2026-02-17T06:52:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/jewel-damsel-microspathodon-chrysurus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:52:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:52:44","slug":"jewel-damsel-microspathodon-chrysurus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=jewel-damsel-microspathodon-chrysurus","title":{"rendered":"Jewel Damsel Microspathodon Chrysurus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"156\">Jewel Damsel \u2013 <em data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"154\">Microspathodon chrysurus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"431\"><strong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"171\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"174\" \/>The Jewel Damsel is a <strong data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"229\">vibrant and hardy marine fish<\/strong>, renowned for its <strong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"313\">deep blue to purple body with sparkling iridescent highlights<\/strong> and bright yellow tail. Its striking coloration and active nature make it a standout addition to any reef aquarium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"558\"><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=\"501\">Western Atlantic and Caribbean reefs<\/strong>, commonly found around coral heads and rocky crevices.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"721\"><strong data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"572\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"575\" \/>Omnivorous \u2013 accepts <strong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"666\">flakes, pellets, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and algae-based foods<\/strong>. A varied diet helps maintain its bright coloration.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"923\"><strong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"738\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"741\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"799\">semi-aggressive or similarly sized fish<\/strong>. It may defend its territory, so avoid housing with very small or timid species. Reef-safe with corals and invertebrates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1075\"><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 especially as it matures, often territorial but manageable in larger aquariums with plenty of hiding spaces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1246\"><strong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1098\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\" \/><strong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1129\">Beginner to intermediate<\/strong>, thanks to its hardiness and adaptability, though its territorial behavior requires thoughtful tankmate selection.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1271\"><strong data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1269\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1399\">\n<li data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1310\">\n<p data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1310\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1308\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1330\">\n<p data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1330\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1328\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1360\">\n<p data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1360\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1358\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1399\">\n<p data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1399\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1397\">30+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1563\">The <strong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1421\">Jewel Damsel<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1470\">durable, colorful, and lively reef fish<\/strong>, perfect for aquarists looking to add bold color and personality to their marine aquarium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jewel Damsel \u2013 Microspathodon chrysurus Overview:The Jewel Damsel is a vibrant and hardy marine fish, renowned for its deep blue to purple body with sparkling iridescent highlights and bright yellow tail. Its striking coloration and active nature make it a standout addition to any reef aquarium. 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