Species FishSulfur Damsel

Sulfur Damsel

Pomacentrus sulfureus

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Illustration of Sulfur Damsel (Pomacentrus sulfureus)

The Sulfur Damsel is a small, brightly colored fish with a distinctive yellow body and blue accents. A memorable fact is that it often forms large schools among coral reefs.

Habitat
Found in coral reefs and rocky areas.
Diet
Feeds primarily on algae and small invertebrates.
How common
Common

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