User:Danziell/Chromis ovalis

Description and biology
Chromis ovalis, more commonly known as Oval Chromis, is a Hawaiian Damselfish endemic to the Hawaiian archipelago. . This species has high haplotype diversities. Although they are commonly smaller fish, they can get up to 9 inches in length, and are grey in color with a blue iridescent, metallic like finish. The younger fish have a yellow dorsal fin with blue tips on it while the older ones on the other hand get more dull in color as they get older.

Distribution & Habitat
Chromis ovalis tend to live near remote islands, They can be found as schools in rocky areas as deep as 20 feet. This species feeds on plankton as well as copepods.

Reproduction
The males of this species create nests which are around 3 feet apart in short term nesting areas. In order for the males to get a mate, similar to a mating dance, the male jumps to gain the females attention, if the female is interested then she follows the male to the nesting area to lay her eggs.

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