Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Blacksmith
Size:
These fish can grow to about 13 inches (30 centimeters) long.
Diet:
These fish eat small animals drifting on the current (zooplankton), such as copepods and other crustaceans, along with larvae and eggs.
Range & Habitat:
These fish have been found from California's Monterey Bay down to central Baja California, Mexico.
Details:
Also called the blacksmith chromis, this species of damselfish is dark blue to blackish with darker black spots on the backside and caudal (tail) fin. These fish are often found in small groups or schools, offering protection and helping with feeding. The male blacksmith displays strong parental care.