Blue-axil Chromis (Pycnochromis caudalis)

Also known as Blue Axis Chromis, Bluespot Puller, Dusky Chromis, Dusky Puller, Puller

Description

Also known as Blue Axis Chromis, Bluespot Puller, Dusky Chromis, Dusky Puller, Puller.

Found singly, or in small schools, close to shelter of caves and ledges, of steep, outer reef slopes.
They feed on zooplankton.
Length - 7.5cm
Depth - 15-55m
Widespread Western Pacific

Damselfish are egg layers.
First they clear a site ready for a nest, then engage in a mating dance with rapid swimming and fin movements, during this time the males will often turn a shade or two darker and may display white blotches. Spawning occurs at dawn. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/5672

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