Yellowback Damsel and Similar Species
Pomacentrus notatus
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Black Damsel
Neoglyphidodon melas
Key differences: While also dark-bodied, N. melas lacks the distinct yellow dorsal patch of P. notatus. Juveniles of N. melas are often bright yellow with black spots, a coloration not seen in P. notatus.
Dusky Damsel
Pomacentrus adustus
Key differences: P. adustus is generally uniformly dark brown to black and lacks the prominent yellow dorsal coloration. Its body shape can also be slightly more robust.
Neon Damsel
Pomacentrus coelestis
Key differences: P. coelestis is typically bright blue with a yellow tail, a very different coloration pattern from P. notatus.
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