Imitator Damsel (Pomacentrus imitator)

Also known as Imitator Damselfish

Description

Also known as Imitator Damselfish.

Found singly or in small schools, over outer reef slopes.
They feed on algae, benthic invertebrates, and zooplankton.
Length - 10cm
Depth - 2-15m
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.se/summary/Pomacentrus-imitator.html

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