Pycnochromis acares

Pycnochromis acares is a species of damselfish that is native to the Pacific Ocean.

Distribution and habitat
They are commonly found within reefs and sometimes lagoons throughout the Pacific Ocean. Their distribution ranges from Japan to Hawaii, Vanuatu, and the Austral Islands. People encounter them at depths of 2 m to 37 m.

Description
Adults of this species can grow up to a maximum size of up to 4 cm. They exhibit white with a yellow blotch that extends from the eye to the pectoral fin. Its dorsal and caudal fins are yellow.

Diet
Pycnochromis acares is an omnivorous species of fish.

Behavior
This species of damselfish occurs in big to small aggregations above coral heads or rubble.

In the aquarium
In the aquarium trade, this species of fish is uncommon.