🐠 Barrier Reef Chromis (Chromis atripectoralis)
Marine Damselfish • Peaceful Schooling Fish • Reef-Associated Species • Open Water Swimmer
 
📋 The Barrier Reef Chromis (Chromis atripectoralis) is a classic Indo-Pacific damselfish widely seen schooling above coral reefs, including the Great Barrier Reef.
Unlike many damselfish, it is a Peaceful Schooling Fish that thrives in groups, displaying calm and synchronized swimming.
Naturally inhabiting shallow reef slopes and lagoons, it is a true Reef-Associated Species suited to stable marine aquariums.
Its constant midwater movement makes it an energetic Open Water Swimmer that adds motion and balance to reef displays.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Natural Silver-Green Coloration: Subtle metallic body with dark axil marking
🐠 Peaceful Schooling Fish: Best kept in groups
🌊 Reef-Associated Species: Ideal for reef aquariums
🏊 Open Water Swimmer: Active mid-water behavior
🧠 Beginner-Friendly Marine Fish: Hardy and adaptable