Japanese Chromis
Chromis mirationis
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 40–208 m
- Max size: 11 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This chromis lives deeper than most of its kin, settling over rocky bottoms and offshore trawling grounds that can reach past 200 metres in Japanese waters. Breeding pairs stay together, and the male guards and fans the eggs stuck to the rock.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Chromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273742.
FAQ
- How deep does the Japanese Chromis live?
- The Japanese Chromis (Chromis mirationis) is typically found at 40–208 m.
- Is the Japanese Chromis dangerous to divers?
- The Japanese Chromis is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Japanese Chromis get?
- The Japanese Chromis grows to about 11 cm.