Black and Gold Chromis
Neoglyphidodon nigroris
| Stock | Variations | Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Out of Stock | 1" or smaller - Juvenile - Indo-Pacific | Original price was: $19.99.$10.99Current price is: $10.99. | Email me |
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| Care Level | Easy |
|---|---|
| Temperament | Aggressive |
| Reef Safe | Yes |
| Functional Benefit | Algae Control |
| Diet Type | Omnivore |
| Mininum Tank Size | 55 gallons |
| Max Size | 5 inches |
| Temperature | 72–78°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.022–1.025 |
The Black and Gold Chromis (also seen as Black-and-Gold Damselfish / “bicolor chromis”) is an active reef fish that spends time grazing rock and picking at film algae between feedings. Juveniles are typically bright yellow with crisp black striping, and as they mature the pattern often shifts toward darker adult tones.
What You’ll Observe:
- Patrols a favorite rock or corner and makes short, fast dashes into open water
- Regularly “picks” at the rockwork and glass, especially between meals
- Meets food quickly and learns your feeding routine within the first couple of weeks
- Uses crevices and ledges as a home base, returning there throughout the day
To succeed, provide a stable rockscape with multiple caves and clear boundaries so it can settle into one primary territory. Offer a mix of meaty foods plus quality pellets/flakes, and include some plant-based options to match its natural grazing. In mixed reefs, it does best with tankmates that hold their own and don’t crowd its chosen area.
Is it actually a “chromis,” or a damselfish?
In the trade it’s often called a chromis, but it behaves more like a territorial damselfish as it grows.
Will it keep the bright black-and-gold juvenile pattern?
Many keepers report noticeable color/pattern changes with maturity; the adult look is often darker and less striped than the juvenile.
Can I keep more than one together long-term?
Multiple juveniles may coexist in larger aquariums with lots of rockwork, but many hobbyists end up keeping a single adult once territories are established.
Why do people say it’s hard to remove later?
Once it claims rockwork, it tends to stay close to crevices and can be quick to retreat, which makes netting more of a planning exercise than a quick scoop.
Will it bother small decorative shrimp?
Experiences vary, but some hobbyists report interest in very small shrimp; keeping shrimp with good hiding structure and choosing larger specimens helps.
Each fish is checked for strong appetite and activity before we approve it for your tank.
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