About Abudefduf sparoides (Quoy & Gaimard, 1825)
Nomenclature and Classification
Abudefduf sparoides, commonly called the false-eye sergeant, is a damselfish species that belongs to the Pomacentridae family.
Regional Range
This is a tropical marine species native to the western Indian Ocean.
Specific Distribution Locations
Its distribution ranges from Kenya to KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, and it can also be found at Aldabra, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Réunion.
Adult Habitat
Adult members of the species usually live on rocky reefs that are rich in coral, exposed to moderate wave action, between 0 and 6 metres (0 to 20 feet) deep.
Juvenile Habitat
Juveniles of the species are typically found in lagoons and other flat shallow habitats.
Social Behavior
This fish usually occurs alone or in loose groups.
Diet Composition
While its diet is primarily made up of algae, it also consumes crustaceans and other invertebrates.
Reproductive Traits
It is an oviparous species; during breeding, individuals form distinct pairs, and males guard and aerate the eggs.
Maximum Size
This species can grow to a total length of 16 centimetres (6.3 inches).
