Blackspot Sergeant
NameBlackspot Sergeant
Scientific NameAbudefduf sordidus
Common NamesBlackspot Sergeant, Spot Sergeant, Hawaiian Sergeant
FamilyPomacentridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (with caution), Other robust Damselfish
Description
The Blackspot Sergeant is a hardy, semi-aggressive damselfish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. It features a silvery body with several vertical bands and a distinct black spot at the base of its caudal fin. This active swimmer can be territorial, especially towards conspecifics.
