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Scissortail Chromis

Azurina atrilobata

Taxonomy

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

About

Azurina atrilobata, commonly known as the scissortail damselfish, is a species of damselfish in the family Pomacentridae. It can be found in the eastern Pacific Ocean from the Gulf of California to northern Peru, including the Galapagos Islands and the Cocos Islands. It inhabits coral and rocky reefs. It aggregates in large numbers in open water above reefs. It feeds on zooplankton. It is not strongly territorial. In the darkness of deep water, it becomes invisible...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scissortail Chromis?
The scientific name of Scissortail Chromis is Azurina atrilobata.
What is the conservation status of Scissortail Chromis?
The Scissortail Chromis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Scissortail Chromis belong to?
Scissortail Chromis belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Scissortail Chromis belong to?
Scissortail Chromis belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Scissortail Chromis belong to?
Scissortail Chromis belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Scissortail Chromis belong to?
Scissortail Chromis belongs to the order Blenniiformes.
What family does Scissortail Chromis belong to?
Scissortail Chromis belongs to the family Pomacentridae.
What genus does Scissortail Chromis belong to?
Scissortail Chromis belongs to the genus Azurina.