Freshwater Demoiselle
Neopomacentrus taeniurus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–3 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
True to its name, the freshwater demoiselle pushes well up into mangroves, estuaries and the lower reaches of freshwater streams, always within a few kilometres of the sea. It spawns in both brackish and fresh water, the male guarding the eggs stuck to the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Neopomacentrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218838.
FAQ
- How deep does the Freshwater Demoiselle live?
- The Freshwater Demoiselle (Neopomacentrus taeniurus) is typically found at 0–3 m.
- Is the Freshwater Demoiselle dangerous to divers?
- The Freshwater Demoiselle is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Freshwater Demoiselle get?
- The Freshwater Demoiselle grows to about 10 cm.