Brown Puller (Chromis hypsilepis)

Also known as Onespot Chromis, Onespot Demoiselle, Onespot Puller

Description

Also known as Onespot Chromis, Onespot Demoiselle, Onespot Puller.

Found in small to large schools, over rocky reefs.
They feed on benthic algae, invertebrates, and weeds.
Length - 16cm
Depth - 3-46m
Widespread Southwest 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.in/summary/Chromis-hypsilepis.html

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