Cocoa Damselfish
Stegastes variabilis
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 12.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An often solitary damselfish of inshore and offshore coral reefs, the cocoa feeds mainly on benthic algae but also takes sponges, sea squirts and anemones. Juveniles are fierce defenders of their patch, and pairs spawn over the bottom where the male guards the eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Stegastes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276688.
FAQ
- How deep does the Cocoa Damselfish live?
- The Cocoa Damselfish (Stegastes variabilis) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Cocoa Damselfish dangerous to divers?
- The Cocoa Damselfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Cocoa Damselfish get?
- The Cocoa Damselfish grows to about 12.5 cm.