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Cortez Damselfish

Stegastes rectifraenum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Blenniiformes ›Family: Pomacentridae ›Genus: Stegastes

About

Stegastes rectifraenum, commonly known as the Cortez damselfish or Cortez gregory, is a damselfish of the family Pomacentridae. It is native to the tropical eastern Pacific Ocean, its range including Baja California in Mexico, and the Gulf of California. It is found on rocky inshore reefs at depths ranging from 1 to 10 m (3 ft 3 in to 32 ft 10 in).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cortez Damselfish?
The scientific name of Cortez Damselfish is Stegastes rectifraenum.
What is the conservation status of Cortez Damselfish?
The Cortez Damselfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Cortez Damselfish belong to?
Cortez Damselfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cortez Damselfish belong to?
Cortez Damselfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Cortez Damselfish belong to?
Cortez Damselfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Cortez Damselfish belong to?
Cortez Damselfish belongs to the order Blenniiformes.
What family does Cortez Damselfish belong to?
Cortez Damselfish belongs to the family Pomacentridae.
What genus does Cortez Damselfish belong to?
Cortez Damselfish belongs to the genus Stegastes.