The Threespot damselfish (Stegastes planifrons) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The threespot damselfish is a damselfish (family Pomacentridae) of the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species reaches about 13 cm; adults are yellow-brown, juveniles bright yellow, with three dark spots on the caudal peduncle, the dorsal-fin base and the upper gill cover. It inhabits inshore and offshore coral reefs and often stays in staghorn coral or where algae are abundant; at night it shelters in crevices. The species is strongly territorial and farms and defends a patch of algae on the reef, on which it mainly feeds. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Threespot damselfish?
The Threespot damselfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Threespot damselfish live?
The Threespot damselfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Threespot damselfish get?
The Threespot damselfish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Threespot damselfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Threespot damselfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Threespot damselfish edible?
The Threespot damselfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Stegastes
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