Domino Damsel
Dascyllus trimaculatus
Saltwater Fish
Species Group: Damsel
Family: Pomacentridae
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Water parameters
Temp
76-80 F
Temperature
Maintaining a stable and appropriate temperature is critical for the survival of aquatic life.
pH 7.8 - 8.4 potential of HydrogenMeasuring the acidity or alkalinity of water on a 0–14 scale, where 7 is neutral, 7 is alkaline.
NO3 1-20 ppm NitrateWhile less toxic than ammonia, high nitrate levels (above 40–80 ppm) are important to monitor because they can cause fish stress, stunted growth, and harmful algae blooms.
NO2 <0.0001 ppm NitriteIt is a highly toxic, intermediate compound in the nitrogen cycle produced from broken-down ammonia
PO4 0.01 - 0.1 ppm PhosphateIt is essential for plant development but must be managed, as excess levels trigger nuisance algae blooms and inhibit coral calcification.
NH3 <0.1 ppm AmmoniaIt is the primary killer of aquarium fish, causing gill damage, stress, and death
Ca 380 - 450 ppm CalciumSupporting the growth, skeletal structure, and shell formation of corals, mollusks, crustaceans, and coralline algae
KH 8 - 12 dKH AlkalinityIt acts as a shield, neutralizing acids to prevent dangerous pH "crashes" that can harm fish, corals, and plants.
Mg 1200 - 1400 ppm MagnesiumIt enables coral growth by supporting skeletal formation, assists in metabolic processes, and ensures that calcium is available for corals, clams, and coralline algae.
SG 1.023 - 1.026 SG SalinityEssential for maintaining stable, natural water parameters, proper osmoregulation, and stress-free environments for marine fish and corals
ORP 250 - 400 mV Oxidation-Reduction PotentialA higher positive mV indicates clean, oxygen-rich water with high water quality, while low readings indicate high pollution.
About Domino Damsel
General information
The Domino Damsel is indigenous to the Indo-Pacific region. With the presence of three white spots, it is also named as three spot Dascyllus. As these fishes get mature they become more aggressive to other tank inhabitants. Also, the Domino Damsel are very hardy and can tolerate extreme conditions which might kill other inhabitants. The Domino Damsel is almost black with three white spots, out of which one is on each side of the middle back and one is on top just before the dorsal fin. It is a striking fish and makes a great addition to any reef tank. Being aggressive in nature, it is advisable to keep the Domino Damsel singly and not in pairs. Should be introduced to your tank as the last fish to ignore its territorial nature. The Domino Damsel is reef safe and will not harm any corals. They should never be kept with few animals such as sharks, rays, large species damselfish, moray eels, and groupers. Instead, the Domino Damselfishes are very safe to keep with dwarf angelfish, puffers, and cardinalfish. There is no distinct characteristic that differentiates male from female Domino Damselfishes.
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