Blue Damselfish [Chrysiptera cyanea]
Description
Also known as the sapphire devil, this marine species is found in the Indo-Pacific region. It is a small fish, with males reaching a maximum length of 8.5 cm. They are brightly colored, with a blue body and yellow tail. They are found in a variety of habitats, including coral reefs, lagoons, and outer reef slopes, and are known to be territorial and aggressive.
Taxonomy
| 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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| Genus |
Chrysiptera
Chrysiptera
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