Darkfin Chromis (Pycnochromis atripes)

Also known as Darkfin Puller, Dusky Puller, Puller

Description

Also known as Darkfin Puller, Dusky Puller, Puller.

Found singly or in small schools, close to the bottoms of outer reef passages and slopes, of reefs rich in coral growth.
They feed on zooplankton.
Length - 9cm
Depth - 2-40m
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. (edit) Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/4982

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