Chinese Demoiselle
Neopomacentrus bankieri
Also known as: Chinese Damsel, Halfmoon Damsel, Lyretail Damselfish, Orange-tailed Damselfish, Yellowtail Demoiselle
- Chinese Damsel
- Halfmoon Damsel
- Lyretail Damselfish
- Orange-tailed Damselfish
- Yellowtail Demoiselle
Overview
Found in pairs, and schools, over soft bottoms, around coral and rocky outcrops, of coastal reefs.
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.
How to identify
Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Western Pacific
- Exact location · 2
- Country only · 5
Found in pairs, and schools, over soft bottoms, around coral and rocky outcrops, of coastal reefs.
Adult photos 7
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