divepix - Blue Chromis

Blue Chromis

Aspect:	Silver blue oval body with deep V- cut tail fin. Darker dorsal area stretches to upper part of tail fin, which the lower fin replicates.
Population:	Abundant.
Notable feature:	Mouth line distinctively raises from sides to snout .
Environment:	Shallow waters, often in groups around rocks.
Behaviour:	Can be approached, but constantly moves, and photographing diver often needs to be aware of urchins around which it often swims for protection.