Island Major (Stegastes arcifrons)

Also known as Farmer Damsel, Galapagos Gregory, Yellowlip Damsel, Yellowlip Damselfish, Yellowtail Damsel, Yellowtail Damselfish

Description

Also known as Farmer Damsel, Galapagos Gregory, Yellowlip Damsel, Yellowlip Damselfish, Yellowtail Damsel, Yellowtail Damselfish.

Found singly or in pairs, over coral and rocky reefs. Territorial and aggressive. Geographical colour variations.
They feed on algae, crustaceans, and small invertebrates.
Length - 13cm
Depth - 1-20m
Widespread Eastern 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/12510

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