Fin's Fish Guide
The Clear damsel (Amblypomacentrus clarus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The clear damsel is a damselfish (Pomacentridae) from reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a deep, white to pale-grey body with a few broad black crossbars. As a territorial bottom-dweller it keeps to sand and coral-rubble bottoms near the reef and eats small zooplankton, algae and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Clear damsel?
The Clear damsel has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Clear damsel live?
The Clear damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Cambodia, Indonesia, Philippines
How big does the Clear damsel get?
The Clear damsel grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Clear damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Clear 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.
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Same genus Amblypomacentrus
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