Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – marine pellets, frozen brine shrimp, mysis, copepods
Aquarium species profile
Green Chromis
Chromis viridis · Indo-Pacific (Red Sea, East Africa to Line Islands)
Minimum tank30 gal
Adult size3"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature72–82°F
pH range8.1–8.4
Compatible tank mates
Most reef fish; excellent dither fish for larger setups
Tank mates to avoid
Very aggressive fish; group dynamics can lead to internal aggression—watch closely
Care notes
Active schooling damselfish. Shimmering green coloration. Hardy and inexpensive. Groups may show hierarchy aggression over time, reducing to dominant individuals.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.