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Chromis

Chromis xutha

Randall, 1988

Buff Chromis

Likely Reef Tank Suitable

Likely Fish-Only Tank Suitable

Range: Western Indian Ocean: Kenya and Maldives.

Size: 3 inches (7 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabits offshore coral reefs at depths between 6 to 65 feet (2 – 20 m) where it feeds mainly on planktonic crustaceans (copepods, mysis, and shrimp larvae), fish eggs, and algae.

General Husbandry: Somewhat unattractive, having pale yellowish body.

Not yet collected for the hobby.

FYI: Shown here for identification only.

 Chromis xutha (Buff Chromis)
Photo © John Randall
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