Pseudochromis andamanensis Lubbock 1980

This species distinguished by the following characters: 22-25 (usually 24) segmented dorsal-fin rays; 13-15 (usually 14) segmented anal fin rays; 16 circumpeduncular scales; second anal-fin spine much stouter than the third; a distinct bright yellow to orange stripe or series of spots along the base of the dorsal fin (when preserved pale grey to pale brown) (Ref. 81967).Description: Characterized by 24-32 anterior lateral line scales; 15-24 predorsal scales; depth of body 23.8-29.0 % of SL (Ref. 90102).

Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 22 - 25; Analspines: 3; Analsoft rays: 13 - 15

Inhabits coral areas and is relatively common (Ref. 26137). Also found in coastal, lagoon and exposed seaward reefs (Ref 90102).

Pseudochromis andamanensis, the Andaman dottyback, is a species of ray-finned fish from Australia which is a member of the family Pseudochromidae. This species reaches a length of 7 cm (2.8 in).