Family: |
Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks), subfamily: Pseudochrominae |
Max. size: |
6.3 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 60 m |
Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: known only from the Red Sea. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Usually on vertical rock faces or beneath overhangs, taking refuge in small holes. Generally common (Ref. 9710). Has been reared in captivity (Ref. 35411). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 13 August 2019 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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