About Chromis chrysura (Bliss, 1883)
Taxonomy and Common Name
Chromis chrysura, commonly known as the stout chromis, is a diurnal damselfish species that belongs to the genus Chromis. This species has several geographically isolated populations.
Northwest Pacific Population
The first population occurs across Taiwan, the Ryukyu Islands, and southern Japan.
Coral Sea Population
The second is located in the Coral Sea, spanning New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji, and eastern Australia.
Western Indian Ocean Population
The third is found in the western Indian Ocean, covering Mauritius and Réunion.
Additional Range Records
The species is also present in the Philippines, and it may occur in India as well.
Habitat
Chromis chrysura lives on outer coral or rocky reefs.
Grouping and Diet
It typically forms large groups in shallow waters, and feeds on zooplankton.
Reproduction
This species is oviparous; males of the species guard and aerate the eggs.
