Doublebar Chromis
Chromis opercularis
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 4–40 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small reef damselfish of outer slopes and deep lagoons, it gathers in modest aggregations along current swept reef crests. Pairs spawn on the bottom, and the male fans and guards the sticky eggs until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Chromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212798.
FAQ
- How deep does the Doublebar Chromis live?
- The Doublebar Chromis (Chromis opercularis) is typically found at 4–40 m.
- Is the Doublebar Chromis dangerous to divers?
- The Doublebar Chromis is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Doublebar Chromis get?
- The Doublebar Chromis grows to about 17 cm.