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The Black-bar chromis (Chromis retrofasciata) is a fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The black-bar chromis is a small damselfish (Pomacentridae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to a few centimetres and has a yellow-brown body with a conspicuous dark bar just before the tail base, to which the name refers. It lives in small groups close to sheltered, branching coral in lagoons and on inshore reefs, into which it darts when threatened. It feeds on zooplankton that it picks from the water above the coral. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Black-bar chromis?
The Black-bar chromis is mainly yellow-gold and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Dark band in front of the caudal peduncle; dives away into branching coral when threatened.
Where does the Black-bar chromis live?
The Black-bar chromis is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Pacific; branching coral in lagoons and coastal reefs.
How big does the Black-bar chromis get?
The Black-bar chromis grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Black-bar chromis dangerous to humans?
No, the Black-bar chromis is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Black-bar chromis edible?
The Black-bar chromis is not usually eaten.
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