The Yellowtail sergeant (Abudefduf notatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The yellowtail sergeant is a damselfish (Pomacentridae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a grey-green, laterally compressed body with five narrow dark crossbars and a yellowish tinge on the tail region. As a reef-dweller it lives in groups around shallow rocky and coral reefs and eats algae, zooplankton and small bottom life. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellowtail sergeant?
The Yellowtail sergeant has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly green and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Yellowtail sergeant live?
The Yellowtail sergeant lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Yellowtail sergeant get?
The Yellowtail sergeant grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Yellowtail sergeant dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellowtail sergeant is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Abudefduf
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