A small marine damselfish species widespread in tropical and subtropical Atlantic coral reef ecosystems, characterized by its distinctive vertical black bars against a silvery-white background.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coral reefs and rocky coastal marine environments from Florida and the Caribbean to Brazil, typically inhabiting depths between 1-30 meters with complex reef structures
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in reef ecosystem dynamics, serving as both prey and predator, contributing to algae control, and supporting broader marine food web interactions
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, scaled surface with protective mucous layer
LIMBS WINGSSymmetrical dorsal and anal fins, rounded caudal fin for precise marine locomotion
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes with good visual acuity, small terminal mouth adapted for precise feeding
BODY STRUCTURECompressed, laterally flattened body with average length of 15 cm, featuring 5-7 vertical black bars across silvery-white background
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: cralize
