Damselfishes [Pomacentridae]
Description
Damselfishes are colorful, territorial reef residents that divers see constantly in shallow waters. Expect to find them hovering near coral heads, defending small patches of reef, and darting in and out of crevices when you approach.
Genera
Clownfish
Amphiprion
Maroon clownfish
Premnas
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Teleosts (Bony Fishes)
Teleostei
|
| Order |
Uncertain Placement Egg-Laying Ray/Fish Group
Ovalentaria incertae sedis
|
Statistics
- Genera 2