Chromis - identification help

[Mac01]

I recently purchased a Chromis and I noticed these red/brown spots around forehead and eye. They are on both sides.

Can anyone indicate if this is normal or potential disease?

Pictures attached.

Thanks

 

[Jay Hemdal Verified Community Expert]

If they are more of less symetrical on both sides, that looks like it could be head and lateral line erosion, HLLE. Rare, but not unheard of for green chromis to get this.

Head and Lateral Line Erosion (HLLE)

This article discusses studies performed regarding head and lateral line erosion in captive fishes. Specifically, carbon use and nutrition as they relate to this syndrome.

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Jay