Muddy Damsel

Pomacentrus limosus

Muddy Damsel

A small damsel that haunts rock outcrops on flat silt and sand bottoms, active by day. Pairs spawn on the bottom, the male guarding the sticky eggs and fanning them until they hatch.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Pomacentrus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277156.

FAQ

How deep does the Muddy Damsel live?
The Muddy Damsel (Pomacentrus limosus) is typically found at 8–10 m.
Is the Muddy Damsel dangerous to divers?
The Muddy Damsel is harmless to divers.
How big does the Muddy Damsel get?
The Muddy Damsel grows to about 4.6 cm.