Blackmargined Damsel
Pomacentrus nigromarginatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–50 m
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This damselfish lives deep for its family, working outer reef slopes and rocky outcrops down to about 50 metres along sandy walls and caves. It feeds on zooplankton and algae, and the male guards and fans the sticky eggs on the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Pomacentrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277162.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blackmargined Damsel live?
- The Blackmargined Damsel (Pomacentrus nigromarginatus) is typically found at 20–50 m.
- Is the Blackmargined Damsel dangerous to divers?
- The Blackmargined Damsel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blackmargined Damsel get?
- The Blackmargined Damsel grows to about 8 cm.