Beau Gregory Damsel Stegastes Leucostictus

Overview:
The Beau Gregory Damsel is a vibrant and hardy reef fish, featuring a golden to brown body with bright blue highlights around the eyes and fins. Its active, territorial behavior and striking coloration make it a lively and engaging addition to marine aquariums.

Origin:
Native to the Western Atlantic and Caribbean, commonly inhabiting coral reefs and rocky areas.

Feeding:
Omnivorous – enjoys a varied diet of flakes, pellets, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and algae-based foods, helping maintain its bright coloration.

Tank Mates:
Best kept with semi-aggressive or similarly sized fish. Territorial behavior means it may challenge smaller or timid tank mates, but it is generally reef-safe with corals and invertebrates.

Aggression:
Semi-aggressive to aggressive, particularly when establishing territory. Providing plenty of rockwork and hiding spaces helps reduce disputes.

Experience Level:
Beginner to intermediate – hardy and adaptable, but care should be taken with tankmate selection due to its territorial tendencies.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Salinity: 1.020–1.025
• Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons

The Beau Gregory Damsel is a colorful, resilient, and active marine fish, ideal for aquarists seeking a hardy species with personality and vibrant coloration.