3.3.9.2.1 Pomacentridae (Damselfishes)

3.3.9.2.1 Pomacentridae (Damselfishes)

 

  • Eye moderate in size; Body moderately elongate to orbiculate, laterally compressed
  • Dorsal fin single, with 9 to 17 spines and 10 to 20 soft rays
  • Anal fin with 2 spines

Eg. Amphiprion sebae

 

Pomacentridae (Damselfishes)

 

Similar Families

Cichlidae - Anal fin spines 3 or more; freshwater forms.

Serranidae - 3 anal fin spines; enlarged canine teeth seen on the jaws.

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