Emerald Wrasse
Symphodus trutta
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 5–15 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The emerald wrasse lives in the shallow littoral among rocks and seagrass beds of the eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean. Males scoop out dish shaped nests on the bottom and guard the eggs through development.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Symphodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1022158.
FAQ
- How deep does the Emerald Wrasse live?
- The Emerald Wrasse (Symphodus trutta) is typically found at 5–15 m.
- Is the Emerald Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Emerald Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Emerald Wrasse get?
- The Emerald Wrasse grows to about 18 cm.