Pearl-spot Chromis (Chromis notata)

Also known as Puller, Spotted-fin Puller, White-saddled Reeffish

Description

Also known as Puller, Spotted-fin Puller, White-saddled Reeffish.

Found singly or in pairs, both inshore and offshore, over coral and rocky reefs.
They feed on zooplankton.
Length - 17cm
Depth - 2-15m
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/Chromis-notata.html

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