Fin's Fish Guide
The Batavia damsel (Pomacentrus simsiang) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Batavia damsel is a small damselfish from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a grey-blue body with fine light-blue lines on the head and a yellow tinge on the belly. As a territorial reef-dweller it lives over rubble and reef bottoms in shallow water and feeds on algae, small zooplankton and benthic invertebrates. Males guard the eggs laid on stone. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Batavia damsel?
The Batavia damsel has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Pale blue lines on the head; territorial nest-guarding damselfish
Where does the Batavia damsel live?
The Batavia damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Batavia damsel get?
The Batavia damsel grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Batavia damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Batavia damsel is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Batavia damsel edible?
The Batavia damsel is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Pomacentrus
More from the family Pomacentridae
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