Canary damsel
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit rocky inshore areas, often near sand; juveniles found in tide pools. Food comprised mainly of algae with associated minute invertebrates . Males protect the eggs deposited in nests .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16 - 17; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 13 - 14. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Canary damsel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males protect the eggs deposited in nests .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 0 - 25 m. Subtropical; 40°N - 13°N, 29°W - 11°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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