Neoglyphidodon thoracotaeniatus (Fowler & Bean, 1928)

Adult Size

Adults of Neoglyphidodon thoracotaeniatus can grow up to 13.5 centimetres, or 5.3 inches, in length.

Fin Ray Count

This species has 13 dorsal spines, 12 to 14 dorsal soft rays, 2 anal spines, and 13 to 14 anal soft rays on its fins.

Ontogenetic Coloration Difference

Like most damselfish species in the genus Neoglyphidodon, adults and juveniles of this species have different colouration.

Adult Coloration

Adults are black, with a white area on the lower body that extends from the eye to the pectoral fin, and three vertical dark bands on the front of the body.

Juvenile Coloration

Juveniles have the same body pattern as adults, but their base body colour is yellow. Juveniles have a dark spot near the dorsal fin, with turquoise lines surrounding this spot that extend toward the eyes.

General Distribution Range

Neoglyphidodon thoracotaeniatus is distributed across the Indo-Pacific region, and occurs primarily in the Pacific Ocean.

Indian Ocean Distribution

In the Indian Ocean, populations are only found around Java in Indonesia.

Pacific Ocean Distribution

The rest of the species' populations live in the Pacific Ocean around Indonesia, Australia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Habitat and Depth Range

This fish is usually found in coral reefs, and inhabits depths between 10 and 45 metres, or 33 to 148 feet.

Reproductive Behavior

For reproduction, females lay eggs, and males guard the eggs after they are laid.