south seas demoiselle
| Scientific name | Chrysiptera taupou |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Jordan & Seale |
| Year of description | 1906 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Pomacentridae |
| Genus | Chrysiptera |
Introduction
Chrysiptera taupou, commonly known as south seas demoiselle, is a salt water fish from the Great Barrier Reef.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size7 cm
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Maximum size8.2 cm
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Average size7 cm
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Maximum size8.2 cm
How to recognize the south seas demoiselle ?
The south seas demoiselle measures around 7 cm. The dominant males can however reach 8.2 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly jaune and bleu body.
Sexual dimorphism
The adult male is bigger than the female.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietplanctophage
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Sociabilityliving in small groups
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The south seas demoiselle is a fish living in small groups naturally found near the bottom. This species is planctophage .
The south seas demoiselle is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights. Relationships between conspecifics are also hectic, with each seeking to secure its place.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
The south seas demoiselle is a fish ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature25 - 29 °C
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Depth0 - 10 m
Biotope presentation
The south seas demoiselle is most often found at a depth between 0m and 10m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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