Chromis retrofasciata

Chromis retrofasciata – Black-banded Damselfish

Characteristics:

• Species: Chromis retrofasciata

• Color: Yellowish to greenish body with a distinctive black transverse band behind the head

• Size: Up to approx. 6 cm body length

• Behavior: Peaceful schooling fish that lives mainly in the middle of the aquarium

• Social behavior: Best kept in small groups, then appears more natural and shows active swarm behavior

Care instructions:
The Black-banded Damselfish is robust and relatively easy to care for. It requires a well-structured aquarium with ample swimming space and hiding places. The species feeds primarily on plankton and readily accepts frozen and dry food in the aquarium.

Special features:

• Calm and colorful schooling fish, ideal for mixed reef aquariums

• Compatible with other peaceful fish and invertebrates

• Well suited for aquariums with stable water parameters and moderate flow

• Important note: According to Austrian Animal Welfare Act, a minimum volume of 200 liters is required for keeping Chromis retrofasciata. Keeping them in tanks below this size is not permitted by law.