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November 22, 2009
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Smith's Damselfish
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Smith's Damselfish
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

The Smith's Damselfish, also known as Pink Smith Damselfish, has a shiny silvertone to white body with pink highlighting the outline.

A small group should reside in a 30 gallon or larger aquarium with live rock and other hiding places to break up the territories.

It is an omnivore, eating anything from algae to meaty foods.

Like other damselfish, they are generally compatible with: Dwarf Angelfish, Large Angelfish, Anthias, Basslets, Blennies, Boxfish, Clownfish, Goatfish, Gobies, Hawkfish, Hogfish, Parrotfish, Pseudochromis, Puffers, Tangs & Surgeons and Wrasse.

Caution is required with: Anglers & Frogfish, Batfish, Butterflyfish, Cardinalfish, Damselfish, Filefish, Grunts & Sweetlips, Squirrelfish and Triggerfish.

They are not compatible with: Eels, Groupers, Lionfish & Scorpionfish, Seahorses & Pipefish and Sharks & Rays.

Fish Facts
Name: Smith's Damselfish (Pomacentrus smithi)
Family: Pomacentridae
Range: Indian Ocean
Size: Up to 3 inches
Diet: Omnivore
Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants
Reef Compatible: Yes
Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
Minimum Tank Capacity: 30 gallon
Light: High
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Swimming Level: No specific level
Care Level: Easy
Care Level: Egg Depositor
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