Adults are found around ledges and the bases of small caves of steep outer reef slopes. They occur in small groups that remain close to shelter . Diurnal species . Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs .
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 14; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 12 - 13. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
Behavioural data for Blue-axil chromis is currently being reviewed.
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Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs .
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 15 - 55 m . Tropical; 21°N - 24°S, 96°E - 157°W north to the Philippines; Palau to Pohnpei in Micronesia.
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