Tank setup
A minimum 80L aquarium suits Talbot's Damsel. Provide hiding spots and stable water — this species thrives in a well-filtered community setup.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Talbot's Damsel is one of the more peaceful and desirable members of the notoriously aggressive damselfish family. It has a beautiful pink-to-lavender body that transitions to a bright yellow tail, with a small black spot on its dorsal fin. It is a small, hardy, and reef-safe fish, making it an excellent choice for nano-reefs or larger community tanks. While still a damsel, its aggression is typically low and confined to its immediate territory, usually a small crevice in the rockwork. It will actively swim in the open water once comfortable. They are easy to feed and will accept most aquarium foods.
Key traits
peaceful
community
reef safe
nano
easy
omnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Talbot's Damsel healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Talbot's Damsel is omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for saltwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Talbot's Damsel is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in saltwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Talbot's Damsel vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping marine fish?
Marine chemistry moves daily — the foundation sets keep calcium, alkalinity and magnesium honest.
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