Blue-Throated Fairy-Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus cyanogularis
- Group: Wrasse
- Max size: 6.2 cm
- For divers: safe
Males of this blue throated fairy wrasse court over rubble slopes with little structure, usually around thirty metres though seen as shallow as four. Like its relatives, the species changes sex, the largest fish taking on bright display colours as a male.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1376188.
FAQ
- Is the Blue-Throated Fairy-Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Blue-Throated Fairy-Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blue-Throated Fairy-Wrasse get?
- The Blue-Throated Fairy-Wrasse grows to about 6.2 cm.