You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience.

Azure damselfish

Chrysiptera hemicyanea

Today's Research for Tomorrow's Oceans

Come visit me at Mote!

Support Mote Animals

Fun Facts

Males in this species will stay with their eggs and guard them from predators. 

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Azure damselfish

Size:

These fish grow to a maximum length of 2.76 inches (7 centimeters).

Diet:

Azure damselfish feed on plankton.

Range & Habitat:

In the Indo-west Pacific, azure damselfish can be found in lagoons, coastal reefs and near branching coral species.

Details:

Azure damselfish are two-toned, with a bright blue upper half and an orange-yellow bottom half. They have a fanned dorsal fin, a small forked tail and a dark strip connecting between their eyes.