The Fusilier damselfish (Lepidozygus tapeinosoma) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 11 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Christmas I., Tuamotu Is., Marquesas Is., French Polynesia, Bassas da India and others
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Description
The fusilier damselfish is a slender damselfish (Pomacentridae) from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 11 cm and has an elongate, streamlined, blue-green to silvery body with a forked tail, unusual for a damselfish. Unlike most damselfish it hovers in schools in open water above steep reef slopes and picks zooplankton from the current. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fusilier damselfish?
The Fusilier damselfish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Fusilier damselfish live?
The Fusilier damselfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Christmas I., Tuamotu Is., Marquesas Is., French Polynesia, Bassas da India and others
How big does the Fusilier damselfish get?
The Fusilier damselfish grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Fusilier damselfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Fusilier damselfish 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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