Peacock Damsel

Pomacentrus pavo

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Pomacentrus pavo is a damselfish from the Indo-Pacific. It occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade. It grows to a size of 8.5 cm in length.

Other names: Sapphire Damsel, Blue Damsel, Azure Damsel, Peacock Damsel-fish, Sapphire Damselfish or Sapphire Demoiselle.

Description

Adults have bluish green body and fins. Juveniles have a yellow anal fin and tail. Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-14; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 12 - 14.

Distribution

Indo-Pacific: East Africa to the Tuamoto Islands, north to Taiwan, south to Lord Howe Island.

Habitat

Adults inhabit sandy areas of lagoon reefs, around isolated patch reefs, coral heads, or rubble. Usually in groups. Commonly found around jetty structures. Feed on zooplankton and filamentous algae. Diurnal species.

Colors

black

grey

green

blue

Edible

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Social Behaviour

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Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Poisonous

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Danger to human

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Venomous

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Similar Species

Alexander's Damsel Ambon Chromis Ambon Damsel Atlantic Sergeant Major Barhead Damsel Bicolor Chromis

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peacock Damsel dangerous?

Peacock Damsel is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.

Where can you find Peacock Damsel?

Laccadive Islands Mariana Islands Australia West Malaysia East Taiwan +44 more in Seabook

How deep does Peacock Damsel live?

Peacock Damsel can be found at depths of up to 18 meters.