Fourline Wrasse
Labroides quadrilineatus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 0–15 m
- Max size: 11.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A cleaner wrasse of fringing reefs with dense coral, it works among the heads removing parasites from visiting fish. Adults switch to feeding on coral polyps, while the juveniles still run cleaning duty for other reef dwellers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Labroides
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1843855.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fourline Wrasse live?
- The Fourline Wrasse (Labroides quadrilineatus) is typically found at 0–15 m.
- Is the Fourline Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Fourline Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fourline Wrasse get?
- The Fourline Wrasse grows to about 11.5 cm.