St. Helena Chromis
Chromis sanctaehelenae
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 5–35 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A damselfish endemic to the waters around St. Helena, it lives over rocky and rubble reefs in the South Atlantic. Pairs spawn together, and the male guards and fans the eggs that stick to the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Chromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273754.
FAQ
- How deep does the St. Helena Chromis live?
- The St. Helena Chromis (Chromis sanctaehelenae) is typically found at 5–35 m.
- Is the St. Helena Chromis dangerous to divers?
- The St. Helena Chromis is harmless to divers.
- How big does the St. Helena Chromis get?
- The St. Helena Chromis grows to about 13 cm.