{"id":9505,"date":"2026-02-17T18:55:13","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:55:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/neon-velvet-damsel-neogylphidodon-oxyodon\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T18:55:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:55:13","slug":"neon-velvet-damsel-neogylphidodon-oxyodon","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=neon-velvet-damsel-neogylphidodon-oxyodon","title":{"rendered":"Neon Velvet Damsel Neogylphidodon Oxyodon"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"165\">Neon Velvet Damsel \u2013 <em data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"163\">Neoglyphidodon oxyodon<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"426\"><strong data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"180\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"183\" \/>The Neon Velvet Damsel is a <strong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"240\">strikingly beautiful fish<\/strong>, famous for its <strong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"304\">electric blue body with a dark velvet sheen<\/strong>. Its bold colors make it a favorite for aquarists who want a hardy yet visually stunning addition to their marine tank.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"540\"><strong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"439\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"442\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"479\">Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, particularly reefs and lagoons with abundant coral cover.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"738\"><strong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"554\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"557\" \/>Omnivorous \u2013 accepts a wide variety of foods including <strong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"688\">marine flakes, pellets, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and algae-based fare<\/strong>. A varied diet enhances its vibrant coloration.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"926\"><strong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"755\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"816\">semi-aggressive or similarly sized fish<\/strong>. Can be aggressive toward peaceful or smaller species, but is reef-safe with corals and most invertebrates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1085\"><strong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"943\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"946\" \/><strong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"979\">Semi-aggressive to aggressive<\/strong>, especially as it matures. Providing ample rockwork and hiding spots helps reduce territorial disputes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1236\"><strong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1108\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1111\" \/><strong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1139\">Beginner to intermediate<\/strong> \u2013 very hardy and adaptable, but its territorial nature requires thoughtful tankmate selection.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1261\"><strong data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1259\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1389\">\n<li data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1300\">\n<p data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1300\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1298\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1320\">\n<p data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1320\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1318\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1350\">\n<p data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1350\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1348\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1389\">\n<p data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1389\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1387\">30+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1531\">The <strong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1417\">Neon Velvet Damsel<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1467\">durable, brilliantly colored marine fish<\/strong> that brings both energy and personality to the home aquarium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Neon Velvet Damsel \u2013 Neoglyphidodon oxyodon Overview:The Neon Velvet Damsel is a strikingly beautiful fish, famous for its electric blue body with a dark velvet sheen. Its bold colors make it a favorite for aquarists who want a hardy yet visually stunning addition to their marine tank. 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