Fin's Fish Guide
The Chinese damsel (Neopomacentrus bankieri) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Chinese damsel is a small reef fish (Pomacentridae) from the western Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a stocky, brown-grey body with a yellow tail base and tail and a small dark spot at the upper edge of the gill slit. As a reef-dweller it lives in groups around coral and rocky reefs to about twelve metres deep and eats zooplankton and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Chinese damsel?
The Chinese damsel has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a plain pattern. Yellow tail base and a small dark shoulder blotch; small schooling damselfish
Where does the Chinese damsel live?
The Chinese damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Pacific
How big does the Chinese damsel get?
The Chinese damsel grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Chinese damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Chinese 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 Chinese damsel edible?
The Chinese damsel is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Neopomacentrus
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