Brackish Damsel
Pomacentrus taeniometopon
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–8 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Tolerant of fresh water, this damselfish lives in lagoons, harbours and coastal reefs and pushes well up into mangrove creeks and even pure freshwater streams. It feeds mainly on bottom algae and grows to about 12 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Pomacentrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277175.
FAQ
- How deep does the Brackish Damsel live?
- The Brackish Damsel (Pomacentrus taeniometopon) is typically found at 0–8 m.
- Is the Brackish Damsel dangerous to divers?
- The Brackish Damsel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Brackish Damsel get?
- The Brackish Damsel grows to about 12 cm.