The Alexander's damsel (Pomacentrus alexanderae) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
Alexander's damsel is a small reef fish from the western Pacific, ranging from the Indo-Malayan Archipelago to the Moluccas and the Mentawai Islands, north to Taiwan and the Ryukyu Islands. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, bluish-grey body with a yellowish belly. It lives on coral reefs between 5 and 60 metres depth, often solitary and hovering above the bottom, and feeds on algae, zooplankton, fish eggs and small snails. The eggs are laid on the substrate and guarded by the male. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Alexander's damsel?
The Alexander's damsel has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Alexander's damsel live?
The Alexander's damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Alexander's damsel get?
The Alexander's damsel grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Alexander's damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Alexander's damsel is harmless to humans.
Is the Alexander's damsel edible?
The Alexander's damsel is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Pomacentrus
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