About Dischistodus perspicillatus (Cuvier, 1830)
Common and Scientific Name
Commonly known as the white damsel, this species (scientific name Dischistodus perspicillatus (Cuvier, 1830)) has the following characteristics.
Body Coloration
Its body is mainly white or pale in color, with some black spots.
Sexual Dimorphism
This species shows very little sexual dimorphism between individuals.
Size
Mature members of the species can reach a total length of 18.0 cm, which equals 7.1 inches.
Dorsal Spine Count
All individuals of the species have 13 dorsal spines in total.
