Fin's Fish Guide
The Banded sergeant (Abudefduf septemfasciatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
The banded sergeant is a large damselfish of the family Pomacentridae from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 23 cm and has a silver-grey body with five to seven broad, dark crossbars. Adults inhabit shallow parts of lagoons and outer reefs exposed to mild to moderate surge; juveniles in tide pools. As an omnivore it grazes algae and eats small zooplankton and small invertebrates. In spawning the male fiercely guards the eggs laid on the rocks. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded sergeant?
The Banded sergeant has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Five to seven broad dark vertical bars; fiercely territorial coastal reef damselfish.
Where does the Banded sergeant live?
The Banded sergeant lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific; shallow lagoons and outer reefs with surf.
How big does the Banded sergeant get?
The Banded sergeant grows to a maximum of about 23 cm.
Is the Banded sergeant dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded sergeant is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Banded sergeant edible?
The Banded sergeant is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Abudefduf
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