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Pacific humbug damselfish

Distribution : Western and central tropical Pacific, including Raja Ampat; distinct from the Indian Ocean humbug damselfish.

Among coral branches, this small damselfish reveals a shelter at a fish’s scale. It occupies shallow Pacific waters between 0.5 and 20 metres.

Habitat of Pacific humbug damselfish Habitat
Coral reef, Rocky habitat
Depth range of Pacific humbug damselfish Depth
0.5-20 m
Biological group of Pacific humbug damselfish Group
Ecological role of Pacific humbug damselfish Role
Predator, Herbivore

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

Three black bands cross a deep white body. The tail stays white or transparent, helping distinguish the close Indian Ocean species. Maximum length is around 8 cm.

WHERE DOES IT LIVE?

Branching coral colonies provide shelter. Fish may move away to feed and return to hide among the branches.

WHAT DOES IT EAT?

It consumes zooplankton and small animal or plant resources. The coral shelter is not therefore treated as prey.

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Pacific humbug damselfish

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