The Twinspot damsel (Pomacentrus geminospilus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The twinspot damsel is a small reef fish (Pomacentridae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a grey-blue body with fine lines on the head and a few dark spots. As a territorial reef-dweller it lives above shallow coral and rubble bottoms and eats algae, zooplankton and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Twinspot damsel?
The Twinspot damsel has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Twinspot damsel live?
The Twinspot damsel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Twinspot damsel get?
The Twinspot damsel grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Twinspot damsel dangerous to humans?
No, the Twinspot damsel is harmless to humans.
Download Fin's Fish Guide
Identify fish in seconds, log your catches and dives. Join the TestFlight beta.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Pomacentrus
More from the family Pomacentridae
Download Fin's Fish Guide
Identify fish in seconds, log your catches and dives. Join the TestFlight beta.