My tank is approximately 2 and a half years old now and I have gradually built the stock level up to 12 fish. The fish that I currently have in the tank are listed below. I did used to have more fish but you know how it goes! I have only ever lost 3 fish I think.

• 5x Yellow Tail Blue Damsels - 'Chrysiptera parasema'
• 1x Yellow Tang - 'Zebrasoma flavescens'
• 2x Black Ocellaris Clownfish - 'Ocellaris var.'
• 1x Bicolor Angel - 'Centropyge bicolor'
• 1x Green Chromis - 'Chromis viridis'
• 1x Dottyback - 'Pseudochromis fridmani'
• 1x Longnose Hawkfish - 'Oxycirrthites typus'

ll of the information below is data that I have taken from another site which I have a link to at the bottom. You can see what sort of fish i keep from the info below!

Black Ocellaris Clownfish - 'Ocellaris var.'
Black Ocellaris Clownfish, Ocellaris var., is a darker variation of the Percula Clown. This black addition applies mainly to the body of the fish. Striping is much the same: the black striping that outlines the white bars on the Percula is typically somewhat thicker than the Ocellaris Clownfish. Percula Clowns have been said to inhabit a slighter higher horizontal plane in the aquarium (“they swim higher”) than the middle-hugging Ocellaris, but this will likely vary by specimen. Clownfish, also known as Anemonefish, are omnivores that will eat a wide variety of prepared and frozen foods. Brine Shrimp are a favorite treat of these amusing little fish. Clownfish have gained a high level of popularity in the saltwater hobby because of their hardiness and abundance of personality. They will form shoals in the home aquarium with the two dominant fish becoming a pair. The largest Clown is typically the terminal female, the next largest the male, and the others remain juveniles.

Founder: Lacepede, 1802
Scientific Name: Amphiprion percula
Diet: Omnivore; brine shrimp, meaty foods, flake
Alt Common Name: True Percula Clown, False Ocellaris Clownfish, Orange Clownfish, Orange Anemonefish
Family: Pomacentridae
Origin: Western Pacific: Great Barrier Reef, Solomon Islands, and Fiji Islands
Aquarist Level: Intermediate
Reef Safe: Yes
Coloration: Orange with three vertical White stripes, outlined in Black
Disposition: Peaceful, territorial towards other Clownfish.
Hardiness: Hardy
Compatibility: Compatible with other families, territorial with other species of clownfish.
Mature Size: 5 inches
Sexual Dimorphism: Female is typically the largest in a group.

Yellow Tail Blue Damsels - 'Chrysiptera parasema'
Yellowtail Blue Damsel, Chrysiptera parasema is commonly found in the Indian and Pacific oceans and is characterized by the bright yellow body and fins. The Chrysiptera genus are omnivores that thrive with a variety of prepared and frozen foods. Damsels are hardy and are reef safe. They will swim actively at all levels of the aquarium. The Yellowtail Blue Damsel is generally peaceful and is a great fish for aquarists of all experience levels.

Founder: Fowler, 1918
Scientific Name: Chrysiptera parasema
Diet: Omnivore
Alt Common Name: Goldtail Demoiselle
Family: Pomacentridae
Origin: Western Pacific Ocean
Aquarist Level: Beginner
Reef Safe: Yes
Coloration: Blue with Yellow tail
Disposition: Juveniles are peaceful
Hardiness: Hardy
Compatibility: Compatible with other families, territorial with other species of Damsels.
Mature Size: Wild: 4in. Typical Captive: 3in.

Yellow Tang - 'Zebrasoma flavescens'
Yellow Tangs, Zebrasoma flavescens, are found dispersed throughout the waters of the Hawaiian and Indo Pacific regions. Members of the genus Zebrasoma are also called Sailfin Tangs, making reference to their extended dorsal and anal fins, which resemble the sails of a ship. These Tangs are agile swimmers and entertain the aquarium viewers with their amusing antics. Small schools can be maintained if the aquarium is large with lots of rocks/corals. Tangs are herbivores and their diets should therefore contain a variety of marine vegetable matter, such as seaweed.

Founder: Bennett, 1828
Scientific Name: Zebrasoma flavescens
Diet: Herbivore; algae, brine shrimp
Alt Common Name: Katol-Katol (Phillipines), Kiirohagi (Jap. 'yellow surgeonfish')
Family: Acanthuridae
Origin: Pacific Ocean
Aquarist Level: Beginner
Reef Safe: Yes
Coloration: Yellow with faded patch near tail
Disposition: Peaceful except with other tangs of the same genus or coloration.
Hardiness: Hardy
Compatibility: Peaceful with other species. Aggressive towards own species.
Mature Size: 6 inches

Longnose Hawkfish - 'Oxycirrthites typus'
One of the most endearing Hawkfish, the Oxycirrthites typus or Longnose Hawkfish comes from the Indo-Pacific Ocean. In the home aquarium, it can attain lengths around 5 inches. The Longnose Hawkfish, though typically completely peaceful with other tankmates, may not get along with other species of Hawkfish. Perching on the rocks/corals, it will dart after food. In the aquarium it will quickly adapt to meat based prepared foods and small feeder fish. Since it will eat small fish, shrimp, crabs and snails, it is not suited for most reef aquariums. Like most Hawkfish, this is a very "expressive" fish and will interact with its owner.
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Scientific Name: Oxycirrhitus typus
Diet: Carnivore; brine, shrimp, small fish, meaty foods
Alt Common Name: Longnose hawkfish, Kudagonbe (Jap. 'tube hawkfish')
Family: Cirrhitidae
Origin: Indian and Pacific Oceans
Aquarist Level: Beginner
Reef Safe: With Caution
Coloration: White with Red horizontal and vertical bands
Disposition: Peaceful except with other hawkfish and possible smaller fish.
Hardiness: Hardy
Compatibility: Peaceful with other species. Aggressive with own species
Mature Size: 5 inches

Green Chromis - 'Chromis viridis'
Green Chromis, Chromis viridis is a popular aquarium schooling fish originating in the Indian & Pacific Oceans. Its green body is sometimes highlighted by blue or yellow tones, depending on lighting and other conditions. As is typical with many fish of its family, its colors may be somewhat less distinct as the fish ages. The Chromis genus are omnivores that thrive with a variety of prepared and frozen foods. This hardy and reef safe schooling fish will swim actively at all levels of the aquarium. The Green Chromis is generally peaceful (possibly a little more aggressive as an adult), but is still a great fish for aquarists of all experience levels.

Scientific Name: Chromis cyanea
Diet: Omnivore
Alt Common Name: Blue Chromis
Family: Pomacentridae
Origin: Atlantic Ocean
Aquarist Level: Beginner
Reef Safe: Yes
Coloration: Blue
Disposition: Peaceful
Hardiness: Hardy
Compatibility: Compatible with other families, territorial with other species of Damsels.
Mature Size: Wild: 6in. Typical Captive: 4in.

Orchid Dottyback - 'Pseudochromis fridmani'
In the wild, Fridmani Pseudochromis, Pseudochromis fridmani, are found living in several reefs of the Red Sea. Also known as the Orchid Dottyback, these striking beauties are agile swimmers making them a highly popular aquarium fish. Usually found in the passages between corals, they rarely venture into the open areas of the ocean. Typically peaceful with other species, they may be somewhat assertive amongst their own species. If given adequate room, more than one Fridmani may be kept in the same aquarium, although it is recommended to introduce them at the same time. They are also revered for their ability to hunt and consume bristleworms. Pseudochromis love a meal of frozen or live brine or mysid shrimp.

Scientific Name: Pseudochromis fridmani
Diet: Carnivore
Alt Common Name: Orchid Dottyback
Family: Pseudochromidae
Origin: Tank-raised (Red Sea, in the Wild)
Aquarist Level: Novice
Reef Safe: Yes
Coloration: Purple
Disposition: Semi-aggressive
Hardiness: Very
Same Species Compatibility: Territorial
Mature Size: 3 inches
Venomous: No

Bicolor Angel - 'Centropyge bicolor'
Bicolor Angels, Centropyge bicolor, is often found living within the safety of live rock of Fiji. Members of the genus Centropyge are referred to as dwarf angels because of their small size, generally three to six inches in length. Dwarf angels are generally very peaceful fish with the exception of members of their own species and possibly genus if they look enough alike. Provide dwarf angels with a balanced diet containing algae and sponge, which are readily available as prepared or frozen foods. Another addition to the aquarium that will benefit dwarf angels is live rock. It provides a great source of food as well as hiding places.

Founder: Bloch, 1787
Scientific Name: Centropyge bicolor
Diet: Herbivore; algae, sponges, tunicates
Alt Common Name: Somewakeyakko, Tu'u'u matamalu (Somoan)
Family: Pomacanthidae
Origin: Indian and Pacific Oceans
Aquarist Level: Intermediate
Reef Safe: With caution
Coloration: Yellow head and tail, Blue posterior
Disposition: Peaceful except with other dwarf angels
Hardiness: Moderate
Compatibility: Peaceful with other species. Aggressive with own species
Mature Size: 6 inches

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