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Where Does Half Black Chromis Live?

Chromis retrofasciata

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Half Black Chromis lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Half Black Chromis

Water type
saltwater
Depth
Typically found at depths of 2 to 40 meters (6 to 130 feet), though most commonly observed between 5 and 25 meters.
Environment
Associated with coral reefs, particularly in areas with rich coral growth and rubble zones. They often form schools above branching corals, using them for shelter.
Geographic range
Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, and parts of the Great Barrier Reef (Australia).

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