The Blueribbon damsel (Chrysiptera brownriggii) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The blueribbon damsel is a small damselfish from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and is variably coloured, often yellow-green with blue lines and sometimes a dark eyespot on the dorsal fin. It lives in shallow, surgy water on reef and surge margins 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 Blueribbon damsel?
The Blueribbon damsel has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Blueribbon damsel live?
The Blueribbon damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Blueribbon damsel get?
The Blueribbon damsel grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Blueribbon damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Blueribbon damsel is harmless to humans.
Is the Blueribbon damsel edible?
The Blueribbon damsel is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Chrysiptera
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