Dark-margin Chromis
📖 Overview
Dark-margin Chromis (Chromis hangganan) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pomacentridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 90 and 130 metres. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 12; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 11 - 12; Vertebrae: 25. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following characters: D XIII,10-12; A II,11-12; pectoral-fin rays 18; procurrent caudal-fin rays 3; tubed lateral-line scales 16; gill rakers 7 + 16-19 (= 23-26); body depth 1.9-2.0 in SL. Colour of adults when fresh yellowish with dark black margins on dorsal and anal fins .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dark-margin Chromis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 90 - 130 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Dark-margin Chromis.
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