Maldives Damselfish
Amblyglyphidodon indicus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 2–15 m
- Max size: 8.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A shallow water damselfish of inshore and outer reefs, it shelters among branching Acropora corals in the Maldives down to about 15 metres. Dead coral branches serve as nests, where the male guards and fans the sticky eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Amblyglyphidodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277598.
FAQ
- How deep does the Maldives Damselfish live?
- The Maldives Damselfish (Amblyglyphidodon indicus) is typically found at 2–15 m.
- Is the Maldives Damselfish dangerous to divers?
- The Maldives Damselfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Maldives Damselfish get?
- The Maldives Damselfish grows to about 8.3 cm.