Carlson's Damsel (Neoglyphidodon carlsoni)

Also known as Carlson's Damselfish

Description

Also known as Carlson's Damselfish.

Found singly or in pairs, in the shadows of caves and ledges, over fringing reefs and the sheltered side of platform reefs.
They feed on zooplankton.
Length - 10cm
Depth - 1-5m
Widespread Western Central Pacific

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/Neoglyphidodon-carlsoni.html

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