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The Reid's damsel (Pomacentrus reidi) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 9 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Indonesia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Micronesia and others
Description
Reid's damsel is a small reef fish (Pomacentridae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a stocky, grey-blue body that becomes paler towards the rear. As a reef-dweller it lives above coral-rich slopes and outer reefs to about seventy metres and picks suspended zooplankton and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Reid's damsel?
The Reid's damsel has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Reid's damsel live?
The Reid's damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., Indonesia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Micronesia and others
How big does the Reid's damsel get?
The Reid's damsel grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Reid's damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Reid's 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 Pomacentrus
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