Twin Demoiselle (Neopomacentrus sororius)

Also known as Lyretail Damselfish, Twin Damselfish

Description

Also known as Lyretail Damselfish, Twin Damselfish.

Found in pairs or schools over rocky bottoms of coral reefs.
They feed on zooplankton.
Length - 6.4cm
Depth - 2-14m
Widespread 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.se/summary/Neopomacentrus-sororius.html

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