Guinean Damselfish
Microspathodon frontatus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The Guinean damselfish lives among rocks and rubble on inshore reefs of West Africa, in the shallowest few metres. It pairs off to spawn, sticking its eggs to the bottom, where the male stands guard and fans them with fresh water until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Microspathodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281573.
FAQ
- How deep does the Guinean Damselfish live?
- The Guinean Damselfish (Microspathodon frontatus) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Guinean Damselfish dangerous to divers?
- The Guinean Damselfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Guinean Damselfish get?
- The Guinean Damselfish grows to about 17 cm.