Where Does Convict Damsel Live?

Convict Damsel lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Convict Damsel

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow waters from 1 to 12 meters (3 to 40 feet), occasionally deeper to 30 meters (100 feet).

Environment

Coral reefs, particularly associated with branching corals (e.g., Acropora, Pocillopora) where they seek shelter among the branches. They form large, often dense, aggregations within these coral colonies.

Geographic range

Widespread throughout the Indo-Pacific region. Its range extends from the Red Sea and East Africa across the Indian Ocean to the Western Pacific, including Australia, Southeast Asia, Japan, and various Pacific islands.

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