About Parma alboscapularis Allen & Hoese, 1975
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
Parma alboscapularis, described by Allen & Hoese in 1975, is commonly known as the New Zealand black angelfish or the black scalyfin. It is a damselfish that belongs to the family Pomacentridae.
Distribution and Habitat
This species is found around northeastern New Zealand, inhabiting shallow rocky reef areas down to depths of a few metres.
Size
Individuals of this species grow to a length between 24 and 28 centimetres.