Twinspot damselfish (Juvenile) (Chrysiptera biocellata)

Also known as Deepreef Chromis, Twospot Damsel, Twospot Damselfish, Twospot Demoiselle, Whitesaddle Damselfish, White-saddled Damsel, White-saddled Damselfish

Description

Also known as Deepreef Chromis, Twospot Damsel, Twospot Damselfish, Twospot Demoiselle, Whitesaddle Damselfish, White-saddled Damsel, White-saddled Damselfish.

Found singly or pairs over rock and rubble outcrops in very shallow protected channels, inner reef flats and lagoons.
They feed on filamentous algae.
Geographical variation in colour.
Length - 11cm
Depth - 0-5m
Widespread Indo-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.de/summary/5693

Related creatures

Heads up! Many creatures change during their life. Juvenile fish become adults and some change shape or their colour. Some species change sex and others just get older. The following creature(s) are known relatives of the Twinspot damselfish (Juvenile). Click the image(s) to explore further or hover over to get a better view!

Twinspot Damselfish

Twinspot Damselfish

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