Blue-Green Damselfish
Pomacentrus callainus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 2–6 m
- Max size: 9.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small damselfish of shallow reefs, it stays within a quick dash of coral for shelter and seldom passes 10 centimetres. Pairs spawn on the bottom and the male stands guard over the eggs, fanning fresh water across them until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Pomacentrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277144.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blue-Green Damselfish live?
- The Blue-Green Damselfish (Pomacentrus callainus) is typically found at 2–6 m.
- Is the Blue-Green Damselfish dangerous to divers?
- The Blue-Green Damselfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blue-Green Damselfish get?
- The Blue-Green Damselfish grows to about 9.5 cm.