Pomacentrus [Pomacentrus]
Description
Pomacentrus is a large genus of damselfishes that are ubiquitous on coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific. Known for their vivid colors and complex social behaviors, they play a crucial role in the reef ecosystem by contributing to the control of algal growth and participating in cleaning symbiosis.
Species
Coral Demoiselle [Pomacentrus moluccensis]
View DetailsMimic Lemon Peel Surgeonfish [Pomacentrus imitator]
View DetailsYellow-Belly Damsel [Pomacentrus auriventris]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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Family |
Damselfishes
Pomacentridae
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Statistics
- Species 3