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.
They feed on filamentous algae.
Geographical variation in colour.
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
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