Geographic Wrasse
Anampses geographicus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 1 to 25 m
- Max size: 31 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This wrasse forages over shallow coral reefs, often in weedy patches, picking benthic invertebrates between about 1 and 25 metres. Its young ride the currents far into subtropical waters during their drifting stage before settling.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Anampses
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218916.
FAQ
- How deep does the Geographic Wrasse live?
- The Geographic Wrasse (Anampses geographicus) is typically found at 1 to 25 m.
- Is the Geographic Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Geographic Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Geographic Wrasse get?
- The Geographic Wrasse grows to about 31 cm.