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Whitetailed damselfish

Dascyllus aruanus

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Fun Facts

These fish live and travel in groups of up to 30 individuals.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Whitetailed damselfish

Size:

Whitetailed damselfish can grow up to 3.96 inches (10 centimeters) long.

Diet:

These fish forage for zooplankton in the water column.

Range & Habitat:

Throughout most of the Indo-Pacific, whitetail damselfish can be found among branching coral habitats that provide them plentiful hiding spots and shelter.

Details:

With distinct coloring, whitetail damselfish are white with thick black bars spanning vertically down their body. They have white tails and black pelvic fins.