The Freshwater demoiselle (Neopomacentrus aquadulcis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The freshwater demoiselle is a damselfish (Pomacentridae) from coastal, estuarine and lower river water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, grey-brown body with a yellow tail region. Unusually for the family it tolerates widely varying salinity into fresh water. As a social fish it stays in small groups above rock and roots and snaps at plankton and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Freshwater demoiselle?
The Freshwater demoiselle has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Freshwater demoiselle live?
The Freshwater demoiselle lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Freshwater demoiselle get?
The Freshwater demoiselle grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Freshwater demoiselle dangerous to humans?
No, the Freshwater demoiselle is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Neopomacentrus
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