Agile Chromis
Pycnochromis agilis
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 11–120 m
- Max size: 4.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An agile chromis of clear lagoons and seaward reefs, it gathers in loose groups near caves and ledges and over branching coral. Pairs spawn on the bottom, the male guarding and fanning the sticky eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Pycnochromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1592293.
FAQ
- How deep does the Agile Chromis live?
- The Agile Chromis (Pycnochromis agilis) is typically found at 11–120 m.
- Is the Agile Chromis dangerous to divers?
- The Agile Chromis is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Agile Chromis get?
- The Agile Chromis grows to about 4.9 cm.