Pseudochromis persicus Murray, 1887
Bluespotted dottyback
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks), subfamily: Pseudochrominae
Max. size:  15.4 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 25 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Persian Gulf to Pakistan.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits coastal reefs.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 13 August 2019 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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