Banded Sawtail [Prionurus chrysurus]
Description
The Banded Sawtail, or Prionurus chrysurus, is a marine species found in the tropical waters of the Western Pacific. It is recognized by its yellow body with black bands and its pronounced tail plates. This species inhabits coral-rich environments and feeds mainly on algae.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Damselfishes
Pomacentridae
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| Genus |
Prionurus
Prionurus
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