Abudefduf vaigensis

Damselfishes

  • Indo-Pacific sergeant
  • Indopazifisher Sergeant
  • Indopacifisch jufferttje
  • Poisson-bagnard
  • Pez Sargento mayor
  • Pesce sergente

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 1 and 15 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally living in a group
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 20 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Zooplankton - - Algae

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!