Species FishThree-spot Dascyllus

Three-spot Dascyllus

Dascyllus trimaculatus

CommonFish
Illustration of Three-spot Dascyllus (Dascyllus trimaculatus)

The Three-spot Dascyllus is a small, colorful reef fish with a distinctive pattern of three black spots on its body. This species is known for its social behavior, often forming small schools around coral reefs.

Habitat
Inhabits coral reefs and lagoons in the Indo-Pacific region.
Diet
Primarily feeds on zooplankton and small invertebrates.
How common
Common

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