Springer's Demoiselle
Chrysiptera springeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 4–30 m
- Max size: 5.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This little demoiselle keeps to coral rich patches of sheltered lagoons and inshore reefs, often sharing low Acropora patches with similar yellow tailed damsels. Pairs spawn on the bottom, where the male guards and aerates the sticky eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Chrysiptera
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276843.
FAQ
- How deep does the Springer's Demoiselle live?
- The Springer's Demoiselle (Chrysiptera springeri) is typically found at 4–30 m.
- Is the Springer's Demoiselle dangerous to divers?
- The Springer's Demoiselle is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Springer's Demoiselle get?
- The Springer's Demoiselle grows to about 5.5 cm.