Description

Also known as Orangeback Demoiselle, Yellowback Demoiselle.

Found singly or in pairs, over protected areas of inner lagoons, or outside, exposed edge of the reef. Varies on colour.
They feed on algae.
Length - 5cm
Depth - 0-10m
Western Pacific - Malaysia, Philippines, South China Sea, Spratly Islands, Vietnam.

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://fishbase.mnhn.fr/summary/64823