Photo. (c) 2020 John Nevill.
Photo. (c) 2023 John Nevill
Photo. (c) 2020 John Nevill.
Genus: Perciformes (Perch-like), Pomacentridae (Damselfish)
Scientific Name: Pomacentrus sulfureus
English Name: Sulphur damsel
Creole Name: Bweter zonn
French Name:
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (NE)
Scientific Name: Pomacentrus sulfureus
English Name: Sulphur damsel
Creole Name: Bweter zonn
French Name:
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (NE)
Description:
Dorsal spines: 14; Dorsal rays: 13-15; Anal spines: 2; Anal rays: 14-15.
Small bright yellow damselfish with black blotch at base of pectoral fin.
Size:
Size. Maturity: Lm unknown. Range unknown. Max Length: 11 cm TL.
Habitat and Ecology:
Adults inhabit inshore coral reefs, in areas with rich-coral growth (depth 1-5m). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding. Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate. Males guard and aerate the eggs.
Fishery Status:
This species is not protected or subject to fishery regulations. It is not caught in the artisanal fishery.
Notes:
References:
Froese, R. & D. Pauly. Eds. 2020. FishBase. Pomacentrus sulfureus https://www.fishbase.in/summary/Pomacentrus-sulfureus.html (05/04/20).
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