{"product_id":"purple-chromis-chromis-albomaculata","title":"Purple Chromis Chromis Albomaculata","description":"\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Chromis (Chromis albomaculata)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Purple Chromis is a rarer, attractive chromis species with a shimmering \u003cstrong\u003elavender-to-purple body\u003c\/strong\u003e often highlighted by faint lighter spotting (the name \u003cem\u003ealbomaculata\u003c\/em\u003e means “white-spotted”). Reaching around \u003cstrong\u003e9–10 cm (3.5–4 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a peaceful schooling damselfish that adds both movement and a unique splash of colour to reef aquariums. Like other chromis, it thrives when kept in groups and is well-suited for active community reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the \u003cstrong\u003eWestern Pacific Ocean\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly the Philippines, Indonesia, Micronesia, and surrounding regions. Found in small shoals above coral reefs and lagoons, where it feeds on plankton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eplanktivorous omnivore\u003c\/strong\u003e that readily accepts prepared foods in aquariums:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality marine flakes and micro-pellets\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp, cyclops, and enriched brine shrimp\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely chopped seafood for variety\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpirulina and algae-based foods to maintain health and colour\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 times daily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Purple Chromis is \u003cstrong\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e and pairs well with a wide range of reef-safe species:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClownfish\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGobies and blennies\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall wrasses\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardinalfish\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther chromis species\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid large aggressive predators, which may prey on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful.\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept in \u003cstrong\u003egroups of 5 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage natural shoaling behaviour. In smaller numbers, dominant individuals may bully weaker ones, as is typical with many chromis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner-friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy, adaptable, and easy to feed, though slightly less common in the trade than Blue-Green or Black Axil Chromis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C (75–82°F)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.020–1.025 SG\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (dKH):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum \u003cstrong\u003e30 gallons (115L)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a small group; larger aquariums are ideal for shoals\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide open water for swimming with plenty of branching coral or rock for shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef safe.\u003c\/strong\u003e Will not harm corals or invertebrates and are an excellent schooling species for reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864435994999,"sku":"FSH-01770","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/0386\/8610\/files\/Purple-Chromis-Chromis-Albomaculata.png?v=1773331921","url":"https:\/\/realaquatics.co.uk\/products\/purple-chromis-chromis-albomaculata","provider":"Real Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}