The Olive dottyback (Pseudochromis olivaceus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pseudochromidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The olive dottyback is a small dottyback from the western Indian Ocean, including the Red Sea. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a plain olive-green to brownish body. As a shy, territorial reef-dweller it keeps hidden in crevices and cavities and hunts small zooplankton and tiny crustaceans from there. The fish appears in the reef aquarium. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Olive dottyback?
The Olive dottyback has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly green and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Olive dottyback live?
The Olive dottyback lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Olive dottyback get?
The Olive dottyback grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Olive dottyback dangerous to humans?
No, the Olive dottyback is harmless to humans.
Is the Olive dottyback edible?
The Olive dottyback is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Pseudochromis
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