Half Black Chromis and Similar Species
Chromis retrofasciata
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Black-axil Chromis
Chromis atripectoralis
Key differences: While also having a dark area, C. atripectoralis has a black spot at the base of the pectoral fin and a generally more uniform blue-green body, lacking the distinct half-black pattern of C. retrofasciata.
Blue-green Chromis
Chromis viridis
Key differences: C. viridis is entirely blue-green to pale green, lacking any significant dark pigmentation on the posterior body or caudal fin.
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