Fishing for Yellowtail damselfish

Microspathodon chrysurus

The Yellowtail damselfish is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking blue body and bright yellow tail. Typically found in coral reefs of the western Atlantic, it grows up to 7 inches and weighs around 0.5 pounds. This territorial species feeds on algae and small invertebrates, often displaying bold and aggressive behavior to defend its habitat. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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