Pycnochromis acares is a species of damselfish that is native to the Pacific Ocean.
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Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Blenniiformes |
| Family: | Pomacentridae |
| Genus: | Pycnochromis |
| Species: | P. acares
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Distribution and habitat
editThey are commonly found within reefs and sometimes lagoons throughout the Pacific Ocean.[2] Their distribution ranges from Japan to Hawaii, Vanuatu, and the Austral Islands.[2] People encounter them at depths of 2 metres (6.6 ft) to 37 metres (121 ft).[2]
Description
editAdults of this species can grow up to a maximum size of up to 4 centimetres (1.6 in).[2] They exhibit white with a yellow blotch that extends from the eye to the pectoral fin.[3] Its dorsal and caudal fins are yellow.[3]
Ecology
editDiet
editPycnochromis acares is an omnivorous species of fish.
Behavior
editThis species of damselfish occurs in big to small aggregations above coral heads or rubble.[2][3]
In the aquarium
editIn the aquarium trade, this species of fish is uncommon.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Species Chromis acares Randall & Swerdloff". FishWisePro. 1973. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
- ^ a b c d e Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.). "Chromis acares". FishBase. December 2014 version.
- ^ a b c Encyclopedia of Life. "Chromis acares comprehensive description", Encyclopedia of life, Retrieved on 6 December 2014.
- ^ Reef Builders. "Reef Nuggets 1: Damsels in disguise" Retrieved on 6 December 2014
External links
edit- Photos of Pycnochromis acares on Sealife Collection
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