Parma microlepis, white-ear

Parma microlepis Gunter1862

white-ear

The White-ear, Parma microlepis, shown here is an intermediate phase. Juveniles have a blue stripe along the side, the adults are black. The white mark, or "ear" is present in all phases.

Males guarding eggs can be aggressive.

Distribution =  Northern NSW to Tasmania & NZ
Max size =  16cms
Family =   damselfishes - Pomacentridae