Parma microlepis, commonly known as the white-ear, is a species of fish in the family Pomacentridae. This fish is endemic to Eastern Australia. Description This species grows to ~20 cm. The White-ear changes colour as it grows but always has a white mark on its 'ear'. Young juveniles are brightly coloured but as the fish grows the colours fade to the adult colouration of yellowish-brown to grey or black". Distribution The white-ear is endemic to Australia, occurring from northern New South Wales to northern Tasmania. Behaviour During the breeding season, aggressive males may bite divers. Habitat Parma microlepis are benthic coastal reef inhabitants and are commonly found on reef, in depths of 1–55 m. Diet Omnivorous. References microlepis Fish described in 1862 Taxa named by Albert Günther