Scissortail Damselfish
Azurina atrilobata
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 6–80 m
- Max size: 13.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A damselfish that gathers in large numbers in open water above coral and rocky reefs, feeding on zooplankton. Less territorial than its neighbours, it nearly vanishes in the gloom of deep water except for a bright white spot behind the dorsal fin that seems to glow.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Azurina
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1580692.
FAQ
- How deep does the Scissortail Damselfish live?
- The Scissortail Damselfish (Azurina atrilobata) is typically found at 6–80 m.
- Is the Scissortail Damselfish dangerous to divers?
- The Scissortail Damselfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Scissortail Damselfish get?
- The Scissortail Damselfish grows to about 13.4 cm.