Black-Tail Sergeant
Abudefduf lorenzi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–6 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A sergeant of protected coastal water, it gathers around docks and breakwaters and scatters in loose groups along the shoreline. Pairs spawn on the bottom, and the male guards and fans the sticky eggs until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Abudefduf
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273700.
FAQ
- How deep does the Black-Tail Sergeant live?
- The Black-Tail Sergeant (Abudefduf lorenzi) is typically found at 1–6 m.
- Is the Black-Tail Sergeant dangerous to divers?
- The Black-Tail Sergeant is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Black-Tail Sergeant get?
- The Black-Tail Sergeant grows to about 18 cm.