A small marine reef fish species belonging to the damselfish family, characterized by its brown coloration and multiple horizontal striping patterns.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coral reefs and rocky marine environments in the Caribbean Sea, typically found at depths between 2-30 meters, preferring areas with complex structural complexity
Ecological Role
Important mid-trophic level species in coral reef ecosystems, serving as prey for larger predatory fish and contributing to reef biodiversity and nutrient cycling
Morphology
SKIN COATUniform brown coloration with faint horizontal striping, scales providing hydrodynamic protection
LIMBS WINGSTypical perciform fin configuration with dorsal, pectoral, and caudal fins enabling precise swimming maneuverability
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes with excellent visual acuity, small terminal mouth adapted for feeding on zooplankton and algae
BODY STRUCTURESmall, compressed body with typical damselfish shape, reaching maximum standard length of approximately 0.15 meters
