Caerulean Damsel (Pomacentrus caeruleus)

Also known as Blue-yellow Damsel, Cerulean Damselfish, Yellow-bellied Damsel

Description

Also known as Blue-yellow Damsel, Cerulean Damselfish, Yellow-bellied Damsel.

Found in pairs or small schools, around coral bases and rubble areas, of lagoons and outer reef slopes.
They feed on algae, benthic invertebrates, and zooplankton.
Length - 10cm
Depth - 1-23m
Widespread Western Indian Ocean

Damselfish are egg layers.
First they clear a site ready for a nest, then engage in a mating dance with rapid swimming and fin movements, during this time the males will often turn a shade or two darker and may display white blotches. Spawning occurs at dawn. Ref: https://www.fishbase.in/summary/12486

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