Chromis analis (Cuvier 1830)

Description: Head and body yellow to brownish (Ref. 90102). Has either white or yellow fins in Indonesia, depending on the region and both forms occur in Bali. In Japan the sub-tropical form has yellow ventrals and a white tail, also grows much larger (14 cm) (Ref. 48636). Body depth 1.7-2.0 in SL (Ref. 90102).

Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate (Ref. 205). Males guard and aerate the eggs (Ref. 205).

Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 13; Analspines: 2; Analsoft rays: 11 - 13

Usually inhabits steep outer reef slopes and rocky bottoms. Found singly or in small groups. Diurnal species (Ref. 54980; 113699).

Adults usually inhabit steep outer reef slopes and rocky bottoms. Found singly or in small groups. Uncommon (Ref. 9710). Diurnal species (Ref. 54980; 113699). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate (Ref. 205). Males guard and aerate the eggs (Ref. 205).

aquarium: commercial