Description

Also known as Chinese Damsel, Halfmoon Damsel, Lyretail Damselfish, Orange-tailed Damselfish, Yellowtail Demoiselle.

Found in pairs, and schools, over soft bottoms, around coral and rocky outcrops, of coastal reefs.
They feed on algae, fish eggs and zooplankton.
Length - 8cm
Depth - 3-12m
Widespread Western 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.se/summary/12458