Banded Parma
Parma polylepis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–40 m
- Max size: 21 cm
- For divers: safe
A stocky damselfish of lagoons and outer rocky reefs, it patrols by day and is common around Lord Howe Island. Males take charge of the nest, guarding and fanning the eggs that stick to the reef until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Parma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282159.
FAQ
- How deep does the Banded Parma live?
- The Banded Parma (Parma polylepis) is typically found at 1–40 m.
- Is the Banded Parma dangerous to divers?
- The Banded Parma is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Banded Parma get?
- The Banded Parma grows to about 21 cm.