A small marine reef fish belonging to the Pomacentridae family, endemic to tropical and subtropical regions of the Western Atlantic Ocean, characterized by its territorial behavior and critical role in coral reef ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coral reefs and rocky coastal areas in the Caribbean Sea and Western Atlantic, typically found at depths ranging from 1-30 meters, preferring complex reef structures with abundant algal growth
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in reef ecosystem maintenance by controlling algal populations, providing food for predatory fish, and contributing to reef structural complexity
Morphology
SKIN COATDark grayish-brown base coloration with potential subtle variations in pigmentation
LIMBS WINGSRounded, moderate-sized fins with dark coloration, powerful caudal fin for rapid maneuverability
HEAD SENSORYLarge, proportionally sized eyes with excellent visual acuity, small terminal mouth adapted for grazing algae
BODY STRUCTURESmall, compact body with typical damselfish proportions, approximately 8-10 cm in total length, robust and laterally compressed
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Roban Kramer
