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The Galapagos damsel (Azurina eupalama) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Galapagos damsel is a damselfish (Pomacentridae) known from the rocky reefs around the Galapagos and the coast of Ecuador in the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a stocky, grey-blue body. As a day-active schooling fish it hovers above rocky reefs and snaps at zooplankton in the current. After the strong El Nino of the late 1980s the species has not been reliably recorded and may be extinct. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Galapagos damsel?
The Galapagos damsel has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Galapagos damsel live?
The Galapagos damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. South America: Galapagos Is., Cocos I. (C.R.)
How big does the Galapagos damsel get?
The Galapagos damsel grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Galapagos damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Galapagos 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 Azurina
More from the family Pomacentridae
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