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Family: Pomacentridae (Damselfish)
Natural Range: West Pacific Ocean
Depth: 7 to 114 ft. Size: 2.5 in. Jumps: Maybe Space: 20+ gal.
Reef Safe: Yes Care Level: Easy Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Zooplankton
Natural History: The Black Cap Damsel is found individually or in small groups in lagoons and on reef slopes over stony coral. It is generally observed singly or in small groups close to the bottom feeding on zooplankton.
Husbandry: The Black Cap Damsel is a good aquarium fish. It may be harassed by other damsels (pomacentrids) and dottybacks. A male-female pair can be housed in a large tank. It does best with numerous hiding places in a community tank.
AKA: Rolland's Demoiselle