A small marine teleost fish species belonging to the Pomacentridae family, native to coral reef ecosystems in the western Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical coral reefs, typically found at depths between 1-30 meters, inhabiting complex reef structures with abundant algal growth
Ecological Role
Key herbivorous reef species that plays a crucial role in maintaining algal community structure and providing food for larger predatory fish
Morphology
SKIN COATVariable coloration ranging from brown to grayish with potential territorial marking patterns
LIMBS WINGSRounded caudal fin, pointed dorsal and anal fins with high maneuverability
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes with excellent visual acuity, small terminal mouth adapted for grazing algae
BODY STRUCTURESmall, compressed body with typical damselfish profile, reaching average length of 7-10 cm, robust rectangular silhouette
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: USGS - Individual photographer uncredited by source.
