817 observationsLeast Concern
Blacksmith Chromis
Chromis punctipinnis
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Actinopterygii βΊOrder: Blenniiformes βΊFamily: Pomacentridae βΊGenus: Chromis
About
The blacksmith (Chromis punctipinnis), also known as the blacksmith chromis and blacksmith damselfish, is a fish in the damselfish family. It is native to the northeastern Pacific Ocean, where it range is from Monterey Bay, California, USA, to central Baja California, Mexico. This small fish is associated with rocky reefs and kelp forests.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Blacksmith Chromis is Chromis punctipinnis.
- Blacksmith Chromis belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Blacksmith Chromis belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Blacksmith Chromis belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Blacksmith Chromis belongs to the order Blenniiformes.
- Blacksmith Chromis belongs to the family Pomacentridae.
- Blacksmith Chromis belongs to the genus Chromis.