Galápagos Sheephead Wrasse
Bodianus darwini
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 3–100 m
- Max size: 70 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
Endemic to the Galapagos, this hefty wrasse uses powerful teeth to crush hard shelled bottom prey, its stomach often packed with crushed shell and detritus. It ranges from shallow water down to about 100 metres and reaches roughly 70 centimetres. So little is documented that its conservation status stays data deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Bodianus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1843920.
FAQ
- How deep does the Galápagos Sheephead Wrasse live?
- The Galápagos Sheephead Wrasse (Bodianus darwini) is typically found at 3–100 m.
- Is the Galápagos Sheephead Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Galápagos Sheephead Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Galápagos Sheephead Wrasse get?
- The Galápagos Sheephead Wrasse grows to about 70 cm.