Yellowtail Damselfish
Microspathodon chrysurus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 0–120 m
- Max size: 21 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Juvenile yellowtail damselfish shelter among the branches of stinging fire coral, while adults hold territory in the shallowest reaches of the reef near caves and outer edges. They graze mainly on algae but also nip at fire coral polyps and other invertebrates.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Microspathodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281571.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowtail Damselfish live?
- The Yellowtail Damselfish (Microspathodon chrysurus) is typically found at 0–120 m.
- Is the Yellowtail Damselfish dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowtail Damselfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowtail Damselfish get?
- The Yellowtail Damselfish grows to about 21 cm.