The Bigeye chromis (Chromis mirationis) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The bigeye chromis is a damselfish (chromis) from the northwest Pacific, around Japan and Taiwan. The species grows to about 11 cm and has an oval, greyish-brown body with conspicuously large eyes, adapted to deeper, dim water. It schools over deeper reef and rocky bottoms, between about 40 and 210 metres, and filters zooplankton from the open water. Males guard the eggs laid on stone. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigeye chromis?
The Bigeye chromis has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Bigeye chromis live?
The Bigeye chromis lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Bigeye chromis get?
The Bigeye chromis grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Bigeye chromis dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigeye chromis is harmless to humans.
Is the Bigeye chromis edible?
The Bigeye chromis is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Chromis
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