The Bonang damsel (Neoglyphidodon bonang) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
The Bonang damsel is a damselfish (Pomacentridae) from reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed body that changes colour with age: juveniles are vivid with blue and orange tints, adults mostly dark-brown to black. As a territorial bottom-dweller it defends a spot on the reef and eats algae, small zooplankton and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bonang damsel?
The Bonang damsel has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bonang damsel live?
The Bonang damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Bonang damsel get?
The Bonang damsel grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Bonang damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Bonang damsel is harmless to humans.
Is the Bonang damsel edible?
Yes, the Bonang damsel is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Neoglyphidodon
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