The Beaugregory (Stegastes leucostictus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The beaugregory is a small, laterally compressed reef fish of the family Pomacentridae (damselfishes) reaching about 10 cm. Adults have a brown-yellow back and a yellowish belly; juveniles are more colourful, with blue spots on head and back and a dark eyespot on the dorsal fin. The species lives on sandy and cluttered bottoms, in seagrass and around reefs of shallow water in the western Atlantic and the Caribbean. It is strongly territorial and farms and fiercely defends its own 'garden' of filamentous algae, on which it feeds together with worms and small crustaceans; it even chases off larger intruders. The male guards the eggs attached to the bottom.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Beaugregory?
The Beaugregory has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Beaugregory live?
The Beaugregory lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Beaugregory get?
The Beaugregory grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Beaugregory dangerous to humans?
No, the Beaugregory is harmless to humans.
Is the Beaugregory edible?
The Beaugregory is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Stegastes
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