Damselfish
Chromis opercularis
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Saltwater
Overview
Damselfish (Chromis opercularis) is a marine fish of the family Pomacentridae (Damselfishes), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 17 cm. Its recorded depth range is 4–40 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 17,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 4-40m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
4-40m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Pomacentridae (Damselfishes) |
| Arten | Chromis opercularis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Damselfish get?
Damselfish can grow up to 17.0 cm long.
Where is Damselfish found?
Neritic
What family does Damselfish belong to?
Damselfish (Chromis opercularis) belongs to the family Pomacentridae (Damselfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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