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Yellowback Damsel and Similar Species

Pomacentrus notatus

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Several fish can be confused with Yellowback Damsel. Here are the key differences.

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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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