{"product_id":"talbots-damselfish","title":"Talbot's Damselfish","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalbot’s Damselfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalbot’s Damselfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChrysiptera talboti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a small, hardy marine fish with beautiful pastel colouration. Its lilac-to-violet body, bright yellow face and distinctive dark spot near the rear of the dorsal fin create an eye-catching appearance without requiring a large aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsidered one of the more peaceful damselfish species, the Talbot’s Damselfish is a great choice for fishkeepers wanting the durability and activity of a damsel without the extreme aggression associated with some other varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose a Talbot’s Damselfish?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive lilac body and bright yellow face\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy and relatively easy to care for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore peaceful than many other damselfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef safe with corals and invertebrates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for newer marine fishkeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemains compact and suits smaller reef aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReadily accepts frozen and prepared foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide an established marine aquarium of at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with plenty of rockwork, caves and sheltered areas. These hiding places allow the fish to establish a territory and retreat when startled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalbot’s Damselfish can be kept individually or in a small group when housed in a larger aquarium with enough space and rockwork. While generally peaceful, it may display minor territorial behaviour, particularly in smaller tanks or towards similar-looking fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Talbot’s Damselfish is considered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereef safe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and will not normally harm corals or ornamental invertebrates. Its compact size, active behaviour and colourful appearance make it an excellent addition to a peaceful community reef aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalbot’s Damselfish are omnivores and readily accept a varied aquarium diet, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-quality marine flakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall marine pellets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnriched brine shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen marine food blends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlgae and vegetable-based foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed small portions once or twice daily. A varied diet will help maintain healthy body condition, activity and strong colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChrysiptera talboti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Talbot’s Damselfish, Talbot’s Demoiselle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful with minor territorial behaviour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 80 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Grouping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Individual or small group in a larger aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Established marine and reef aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its attractive pastel colouration, manageable size and calmer temperament, the Talbot’s Damselfish is an excellent alternative to more aggressive damsel species. It offers plenty of movement and personality while remaining suitable for a carefully planned community reef aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43372368986189,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/Untitleddesign_95.png?v=1786069882","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/talbots-damselfish","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}