Yellowtail damselfish
📖 Overview
A common territorial species that inhabits coral reefs, juveniles usually encountered among branches of yellow stinging coral, Millepora. Adults are found in very shallow waters of coral reefs, usually near top of outer edge where there are caves, holes, and abundant fire coral . Feed primarily on algae but also on polyps of fire coral and other invertebrate animal material . Juveniles occasionally pick parasites from other species of fish . Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs . Occasionally marketed fresh . Have been reared in captivity .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 15; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 12 - 13. Tail bright yellow. Juveniles dark blue with transparent tail and electric blue spots on side . Adults dark yellowish brown, the edges of the scales darker (Ref 13442).: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Yellowtail damselfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Yellowtail damselfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 0 - 120 m , usually 0 - 10 m . Subtropical; 33°N - 25°S, 98°W - 34°W
🌿 Ecology
algae but also on polyps of fire coral (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abudefduf niveatus | Poey | 1876 | Synonym |
| Glyphidodon rudis | Poey | 1860 | Synonym |
| Glyphisodon chrysurus | Cuvier | 1830 | Synonym |
| Pomacentrus denegatus | Poey | 1860 | Synonym |
| Pomacentrus niveatus | Poey | 1876 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 39 records indexed .
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