Black-and-gold chromis
📖 Overview
Two forms: long-tailed and black as adults occur in the Andaman Sea, ranging east to western Bali and north to Japan. Second form, probably valid as N. xanthurus occur in the rest of the West Pacific and the two overlap in range on Bali's north coast . Occur in coral-rich areas of lagoon and seaward reefs. Usually solitary . Feed on algae, crustaceans, and pelagic tunicates and salps. Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs . Diurnal species.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 16; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 13 - 15. : short and / or deep; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black-and-gold chromis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Black-and-gold chromis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 2 - 23 m . Tropical; 32°N - 25°S, 92°E - 171°E West Pacific: Andaman Sea (Phuket), Malayan Archipelago, Indonesia, Philippines, Taiwan, Ryukyu Islands, Palau, New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, and northern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
algae, crustaceans, and pelagic tunicates and salps
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Black-and-gold chromis is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.4 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 113 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Black-and-gold chromis has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Behn's Damsel · Black & Yellow Damsel · Black and Yellow Damsel · Black-and-gold Chromis · Black-and-Yellow Damsel · Indo-Pacific Yellowtail Damsel · Scar-face Damsel-fish · Scarface Damsel · Yellowfin Damsel |
| 🏳️Catalan | Damisel·la de Cuvier |
| 🌍CES | útesník černoústý |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Tobåndet jomfrufisk |
| 🇩🇪German | Behns Riffbarsch · Gelbflossen-Riffbarsch |
| 🇫🇷French | Demoiselle bicolore |
| 🇮🇹Italian | Castagnola giallonera · Damigella giallonera |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Hirenagasuzumedai · ヒレナガスズメダイ |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Donzela-de-rosto-riscado |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Damisela de cola amarilla del Indo-Pacífico |
| 🌍THA | ปลาสลิดหินแก้มดำ |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 厚殼仔 · 黑褐新刻齒雀鯛 · 黑褐新箭齒雀鯛 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abudefduf behnii | Bleeker | 1847 | Synonym |
| Abudefduf coracinus | Seale | 1910 | Synonym |
| Abudefduf filifer | Weber | 1913 | Synonym |
| Abudefduf xanthurus | Bleeker | 1853 | Synonym |
| Chromis bitaeniatus | Fowler & Bean | 1928 | Synonym |
| Chrysiptera xanthura xanthura | Bleeker | 1853 | Synonym |
| Glyphisodon behnii | Bleeker | 1847 | Synonym |
| Glyphisodon nigroris | Cuvier | 1830 | Synonym |
| Glyphisodon xanthurus | Bleeker | 1853 | Synonym |
| Paraglyphidodon behnii | Bleeker | 1847 | Synonym |
| Paraglyphidodon nigroris | Cuvier | 1830 | Synonym |
| Paraglyphipodon nigroris | Cuvier | 1830 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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