Scale-Rayed Wrasse
Acantholabrus palloni
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 30–500 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Unusually for a coastal wrasse, this one ranges down to around 500 metres over rocky and sandy bottoms. It lives alone, feeding on bottom dwelling invertebrates, and the male builds a shallow dish shaped nest and stands watch over the eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Acantholabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126957.
FAQ
- How deep does the Scale-Rayed Wrasse live?
- The Scale-Rayed Wrasse (Acantholabrus palloni) is typically found at 30–500 m.
- Is the Scale-Rayed Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Scale-Rayed Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Scale-Rayed Wrasse get?
- The Scale-Rayed Wrasse grows to about 25 cm.