Pura Chromis
Chromis pura
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: to 18 m
- Max size: 7.6 cm
- For divers: safe
A small chromis that holds station over sloping rocky bottoms swept by strong currents, never straying far from the reef. The male takes charge of the eggs once they are laid, guarding and fanning them on the substrate until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Chromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 388574.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pura Chromis live?
- The Pura Chromis (Chromis pura) is typically found at to 18 m.
- Is the Pura Chromis dangerous to divers?
- The Pura Chromis is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pura Chromis get?
- The Pura Chromis grows to about 7.6 cm.