Painted Wrasse
Halichoeres caudalis
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 18–100 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small wrasse that keeps to deep seaward reefs, down to around 100 metres, where its painted markings blend with coral and rubble. Like other Halichoeres wrasses it picks small invertebrates off the bottom and stays close to cover.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Halichoeres
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158816.
FAQ
- How deep does the Painted Wrasse live?
- The Painted Wrasse (Halichoeres caudalis) is typically found at 18–100 m.
- Is the Painted Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Painted Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Painted Wrasse get?
- The Painted Wrasse grows to about 20 cm.