Wrasse

Size / Weight / Age

Max length : 28.0 cm TL male/unsexed; (Ref. 3132)

Environment

Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 24 m (Ref. 9710)
Climate / Range
Tropical; 12°S - 22°S

Distribution

Eastern Indian Ocean: northwestern Australia.
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Biology Glossary (e.g. epibenthic)

Adults are found from the surge zone to at least 24 m (Ref. 9710). They occur singly or in pairs (Ref. 9710). Feed on small invertebrates (Ref. 9710). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). They have relatively little change in color with sex or age. A good food fish