A small tropical marine fish belonging to the damselfish family, characterized by distinctive territorial behavior and three prominent dark spots on its body.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coral reefs in the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and western Atlantic Ocean, typically inhabiting depths between 1-30 meters with complex reef structures
Ecological Role
Critical reef ecosystem component, maintaining algal populations and serving as prey for larger predatory fish species
Morphology
SKIN COATPredominantly grayish-brown with three distinct dark spots: one near dorsal fin, one mid-body, one near tail base
LIMBS WINGSRounded, fan-like dorsal and pectoral fins for precise reef navigation
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes with excellent visual perception, short snout adapted for precise feeding
BODY STRUCTURESmall, compressed body with typical damselfish shape, reaching approximately 10-12 cm in total length
