Sergeant Major Damselfish (Abudefduf vaigiensis)

The Sergeant Major Damselfish features a forked caudal fin, oval body, yellow dorsal region, blue and silver belly, and distinct bluish/black stripes running from behind the head down to the caudal fin. This hardy fish has an Easy care-level, making them a good beginner fish for budding marine hobbyists.

The Sergeant Major Damselfish do require a larger aquarium than smaller damsels at a minimum of 75 gallons. They are reef safe and will do well by themselves, as a pair, or in groups of 5 or more. The Sergeant Major Damselfish is an active species that will appreciate aquariums with areas of strong waterflow.

The Sergeant Major Damselfish are omnivores and do best with a variety of foods including meaty or herbivorous foods in freeze-dried, frozen, flake, or pellet form.