Fin's Fish Guide
The Batuna damsel (Amblyglyphidodon batunai) is a fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Batuna damsel is a reef fish (Pomacentridae) from the western Pacific, around Indonesia. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, grey-green to silvery body. As a reef-dweller it lives above coral-rich slopes and in lagoons and feeds on zooplankton and algae. In the breeding season it deposits eggs on coral or hard substrate, which the male guards. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Batuna damsel?
The Batuna damsel is mainly green and shows a plain pattern. Deep compressed body; plankton-feeding damselfish with parental care
Where does the Batuna damsel live?
The Batuna damsel is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Pacific
How big does the Batuna damsel get?
The Batuna damsel grows to a maximum of about 10 cm. On average the species is around 6 cm.
Is the Batuna damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Batuna 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 Batuna damsel edible?
The Batuna damsel is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Amblyglyphidodon
More from the family Pomacentridae
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