Damselfish
Dischistodus prosopotaenia
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Saltwater
Overview
Damselfish (Dischistodus prosopotaenia) is a marine fish of the family Pomacentridae (Damselfishes), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 18 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–12 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18,5 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 1-12m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
1-12m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Pomacentridae (Damselfishes) |
| Arten | Dischistodus prosopotaenia |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Damselfish get?
Damselfish can grow up to 18.5 cm long.
Where is Damselfish found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Damselfish belong to?
Damselfish (Dischistodus prosopotaenia) belongs to the family Pomacentridae (Damselfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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