Whitespot Damsel
Pomacentrus albimaculus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–20 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
A small damselfish of inshore waters, it lives among rocky outcrops and debris scattered on sand, singly or in little groups. It grazes mainly on algae, and the male guards the sticky eggs the pair attaches to the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Pomacentrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277129.
FAQ
- How deep does the Whitespot Damsel live?
- The Whitespot Damsel (Pomacentrus albimaculus) is typically found at 10–20 m.
- Is the Whitespot Damsel dangerous to divers?
- The Whitespot Damsel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Whitespot Damsel get?
- The Whitespot Damsel grows to about 7 cm.