Green Chromis

The Green Chromis is a classic reef aquarium fish known for its shimmering blue-green coloration, peaceful temperament, and active swimming behavior. Its iridescent coloration shifts between shades of green, blue, and turquoise depending on the lighting and viewing angle, adding constant movement and flashes of color throughout the aquarium.

Hardy, reef safe, and generally peaceful, the Green Chromis is an excellent addition to community reef aquariums and can be kept individually or in groups when adequate space is provided.

🟢 Quarantined (Minimum 2 Weeks) – Fully Conditioned & Eating

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
• Size: Up to approximately 4 inches

What Makes This Fish Special?

The Green Chromis is prized for its beautiful metallic coloration and active, open-water swimming behavior. Depending on aquarium lighting and viewing angle, its body can shift between shades of turquoise, blue, and green.

Unlike many more territorial damselfish, Green Chromis are generally peaceful and integrate well into community reef aquariums.

When kept in groups, they can create an impressive display as they swim together throughout the water column, although individuals may establish a social hierarchy over time.

Behavior & Husbandry

Green Chromis are active swimmers that spend much of their day in the open water column, often retreating into branching rockwork or coral structures when startled or at night.

They are generally peaceful toward other species, although groups can develop a social hierarchy that may result in aggression between individuals.

Providing ample swimming room, hiding places, and regular feeding helps encourage natural behavior and reduce competition.

Feeding & Diet

Omnivorous and easy to feed.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Frozen mysis shrimp
• Enriched brine shrimp
• High-quality pellets

In Your Aquarium:

• Frozen foods
• Pellets
• Flake foods
• Small meaty foods

Regular feedings help maintain body condition, vibrant coloration, and long-term health.

Compatibility Notes

Compatible with:

• Clownfish
• Gobies
• Blennies
• Wrasses
• Tangs
• Cardinals
• Most peaceful reef fish
• Reef invertebrates

When keeping multiple Green Chromis, provide adequate space and hiding areas to help reduce aggression within the group.

Lush Corals Quarantine Process

This fish has completed our quarantine process and is fully conditioned prior to sale.

Each fish is:

• Carefully inspected upon arrival
• Proactively treated and observed
• Monitored for health and behavior
• Conditioned to eat prepared foods
• Evaluated to ensure a strong feeding response

This helps ensure your fish arrives healthy, feeding, and well-adjusted, giving you a strong start in your aquarium.