Chromis – Bicolor

Bicolor Chromis Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  30 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 8.75cm (3 1/2″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive (towards similar shaped species)

Lifespan: Up to 15 years

Scientific Name: Chromis Margaritifer

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  2-3 inches

The bicolor chromis, scientific name Chromis Margaritifer, is a semi-aggressive fish. This fish has a minimum tank size of 30 gallons. They have a maximum size of 3 1/2”. Bicolor chromis can live up to 15 years under ideal conditions. Bicolor chromis are carnivores and should be fed small species of frozen shrimp for example brine and mysis shrimp. Bicolor chromis are best kept singly, in a mated pair, but they are most often kept in large schools.  Sometimes they will bicker between each other if there are only a few members in a group. Bicolor chromis are reef safe, they will not bother coral or invertebrates. Bicolor chromis will find a crack in the rockwork and wedge themselves in there to provide cover while sleeping. During the day chromis will be seen actively swimming in most areas of the tank. The bicolor chromis is also referred to as the black and white chromis.