Pomacentrus emarginatus Cuvier, 1829 Outer-reef damsel |
photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Pomacentridae (Damselfishes), subfamily: Pomacentrinae | |||
Max. size: | 10 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 4 - 12 m, non-migratory | |||
Distribution: | Western Central Pacific: Waigiu (off west New Guinea) and Palau. | |||
Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 13-13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14-14; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 13-14 | |||
Biology: | Adults are found at the upper edges of steep outer reef slopes. They occur singly or in small groups. Feed on zooplankton and algae (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) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |