| Family: |
Pomacentridae (Damselfishes), subfamily: Chrominae |
| Max. size: |
6 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 3 - 50 m, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10-11; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 10-11 |
| Biology: |
Adults inhabit caves, ledges, and thickets of black coral on steep slopes (Ref. 7247). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate (Ref. 205). Males guard and aerate the eggs (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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