Description
Also known as Deepreef Chromis, Twospot Damsel, Twospot Damselfish, Twospot Demoiselle, Whitesaddle Damselfish, White-saddled Damsel, White-saddled Damselfish.
Found singly or pairs, over rock and rubble outcrops, in very shallow protected channels, inner reef flats, and lagoons. Geographical variation in colour.
They feed on filamentous algae.
Length - 11cm
Depth - 0-5m
Widespread Indo-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.de/summary/5693
1 comment
Posted by @scubasteveI always see these fella's in schools. Tons of them in the Maldives!!