Abudefduf oxyodon (Blue ray devil)

Abudefduf oxyodon (Blue ray devil)

Description

The Abudefduf Oxyodon fish is a marine fish from the Pomacentridae family. He is commonly known as "beerfish" due to the black band that crosses his eyes, resembling a Képi de sergeant. The body of the Abudefdu oxyodon fish is oval and flattened, with a dark gray-green color on the back and silver sides. Its dorsal fin is bright pink with a black border, while its caudal fin is black with a white border. The Abudefdu oxyodon fish is generally medium in size, measuring about 15 cm in length.

The Abudefdu oxyodon fish is mainly herbivore, feeding on plankton and algae which it finds in coral reefs. It can also feed on small crustaceans and molluscs. The Abudefdu Oxyodon fish is generally lonely, but it can also regroup in large benches to eat or to protect itself from predators.

The Abudefdu Oxyodon fish is mainly found in the warm waters of the Indian and peaceful oceans, including in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly seen near coral reefs, where it hides in crevices and cavities to protect itself from predators. The Abudefduf Oxyodon fish is a popular fish with divers because of its bright color and its presence in coral reefs.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 8 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Seawater, hot
  • Temperature : 23 - 27 °C
  • pH : 7.9 - 8.4
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 200

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 02/12/2022

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