Author: (Fowler, 1946)
FBname: Ovate chromis
Comments: Adults inhabit outer coral or rocky reefs; seldom in shallow waters (Ref. 7247).  Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).  Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate (Ref. 205).  Males guard and aerate the eggs (Ref. 205). Diurnal species (Ref. 52881).