Pearl-Spot Chromis
Chromis notata
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 2–15 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small chromis of inshore and offshore reefs, it lives in the top 15 metres or so over coral and rock. Active by day, it pairs off to breed, and the male fans and guards the sticky eggs stuck to the bottom until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Chromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273745.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pearl-Spot Chromis live?
- The Pearl-Spot Chromis (Chromis notata) is typically found at 2–15 m.
- Is the Pearl-Spot Chromis dangerous to divers?
- The Pearl-Spot Chromis is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pearl-Spot Chromis get?
- The Pearl-Spot Chromis grows to about 17 cm.