The fusilier damselfish (Lepidozygus tapeinosoma) is a species of damselfish in the Pomacentridae family. It occurs in the Indo-Pacific. They are fond to aquarists. Adults can grow up to a maximum length of up to 10.5 centimetres (4.1 in). It is the only species in the monotypic genus, Lepidozygus which sits in its own subfamily, the Lepidozyginae.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Fusilier Damsel being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Actinopterygii
- Order
- Blenniiformes
- Family
- Pomacentridae
- Genus
- Lepidozygus
- Species
- Lepidozygus tapeinosoma
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