Fin's Fish Guide
The Swallow damsel (Azurina hirundo) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
The swallow damsel is a reef fish (Pomacentridae) from the eastern Pacific, off Mexico and adjacent islands. The species grows to about 14 cm and has a streamlined, blue-grey body with a deeply forked, swallow-like tail. As an open-water reef-dweller it swims in schools above rocky reefs and picks suspended zooplankton from the current. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Swallow damsel?
The Swallow damsel has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Swallow damsel live?
The Swallow damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. North America: Mexico, Revillagigedo A.
How big does the Swallow damsel get?
The Swallow damsel grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Swallow damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Swallow 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
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