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Chromis

Chromis xanthopterygia

Randall & McCarthy, 1988

Yellowfin Chromis

Likely Reef Tank Suitable

Likely Fish-Only Tank Suitable

Range: Western Indian Ocean: Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.

Size: 5 inches (12 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabits inshore rocky reefs at depths between 15 to 65 feet (5 – 20 m) where it feeds mainly on planktonic crustaceans (copepods, mysis, and shrimp larvae), fish eggs, and algae.

General Husbandry: Quite drab, having silvery green body and yellow tail.

Not yet collected for the hobby.

FYI: Shown here for identification only.

 Chromis xanthopterygia (Yellowfin Chromis)
Photo © Richard Field
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