Chromis viridis is a peaceful and active schooling saltwater fish known for its bright green or blue-green metallic coloration. The species constantly moves in open water and brings a natural reef atmosphere to the aquarium, especially when kept in a group.

In the wild, Chromis viridis lives in large schools above coral reefs. In an aquarium, they thrive best in a group of several individuals, where their natural behavior is more visible.

Characteristics

Peaceful and reef-safe schooling fish

Well-suited for community aquariums

Active swimmer in open water

Metallic green and bluish coloration

Relatively easy to care for, even for beginners

Care instructions

Minimum aquarium size: 200 L for a school

Temperature: 24–27 °C

Salinity: 1.023–1.026

Feeding: frozen foods, mysis, artemia, high-quality flake and pellet foods

Compatibility: with peaceful reef fish

Reef safe: yes

Additional information

Scientific name: Chromis viridis

Finnish name: Viherneitokala

Origin: Indo-Pacific

Difficulty level: Easy