Chocolate-Dip Chromis
Pycnochromis hanui
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 6–50 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This chromis gathers in aggregations above inshore and offshore coral reefs, hovering to feed in midwater. Pairs spawn on the bottom, where the male guards and fans the sticky eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Pycnochromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1595015.
FAQ
- How deep does the Chocolate-Dip Chromis live?
- The Chocolate-Dip Chromis (Pycnochromis hanui) is typically found at 6–50 m.
- Is the Chocolate-Dip Chromis dangerous to divers?
- The Chocolate-Dip Chromis is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Chocolate-Dip Chromis get?
- The Chocolate-Dip Chromis grows to about 6 cm.