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Black & Gold Chromis (Paraglyphidodon nigroris)

Black & Gold Chromis (Paraglyphidodon nigroris)

$20.00 CAD
$20.00 CAD
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Juvenile Black and Gold Chromis are small, bold fish with striking contrast and tons of attitude for their size. They are hardy, active, and always on the move, making them a fun addition for established tanks. As they mature, their colour and pattern can shift, and their temperament can become more territorial, especially in smaller systems.

Why we love it

  • High-contrast juvenile colouring that stands out in the reef

  • Tough, hardy fish that adapts well to aquarium life

  • Active swimmer that adds movement and personality

Suggested parameters

  • Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

  • Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG

  • pH: 8.1–8.4

  • Alkalinity: 8–10 dKH

  • Ammonia/Nitrite: 0

  • Nitrate: Under 20 ppm (stable is best)

Care and temperament

  • Difficulty: Easy

  • Temperament: Semi-aggressive to aggressive as it matures

  • Reef safe: Yes (may pick at very small shrimp in some setups)

  • Minimum tank size: 30 gallons recommended (larger is better if keeping multiples)

Diet

Juveniles are typically eager eaters and do best with a varied diet.

  • Quality marine pellets and flakes

  • Frozen mysis and brine shrimp

  • Finely chopped seafood blends

  • Feed small amounts 1 to 2 times per day

Compatibility and tankmates

  • Can be kept singly, or in groups in larger tanks with plenty of rockwork

  • In smaller tanks, adults can become territorial and bully more peaceful fish

  • Avoid pairing with very timid tankmates

  • Provide caves and rockwork to break line of sight and reduce chasing

Colour and growth note

This listing is for a juvenile fish. As it grows, the colour pattern may shift and the fish may darken, with temperament becoming more assertive over time.

What you are buying

  • You will receive: 1 Black and Gold Chromis (Juvenile) (Paraglyphidodon nigroris)

  • Colour, pattern, and size can vary between individuals

As with all fish, slow acclimation is recommended, and quarantine is encouraged when possible.

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LIGHT

LOW: Place coral at the bottom of the tank. Depending on the type, coral may need to be placed off sand and therefore mounted on a ceramic disc of piece of rock.

MEDIUM: Place coral at mid-range of the tank. Best placed/glued on top of a rock scape at mid-range height. 

HIGH: Place coral from mid range to just below water level. SPS coral are shallow growing so they require and are able to tolerate intense light.

FLOW

LOW: Most soft coral do well with a small, gentle pulse. There are certain corals that can even be placed in areas of indirect flow, meaning places aside a rock structure or set into a entrance to a cave style space.

MEDIUM: Many LPS types of coral prefer medium pulse current. Most Euphyllia or corals that have more tissue structure connected to their skeleton, don’t like to be in a high flow area like the direct flow of the wave pump.

HIGH: Similar to high light, SPS enjoy being in some heavy current. Most LPS and SPS that branch encrust or plate prefer high flow that simulates the top water waves.

SKILL

ENTRY: While some may say beginner level, "Entry" is a good term to be used when starting out in the world of corals and marine life. Prior to adding livestock, you want to ensure that your reef has the proper parameters including zero levels of ammonia and nitrite. Seeing traces of nitrate in your waters is a good sign - just keep them at a lower level of 2ppm to 10ppm. Maintaining correct temperature and salinity are a huge factor to stable parameters. Starting to monitor your PH, alkalinity, calcium and magnesium is a great habit to get into to keep a successful reef.

While some soft coral don’t require too much light, having a proper reef light that puts out the proper pars is very important. You'll also want to have a good amount of flow and protected rock areas, as placing corals in their happy spot is ideal for success.

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