Yellowbreasted Wrasse
Anampses twistii
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 5–30 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A wrasse of clear lagoon and seaward reefs, it keeps to mixed rubble, coral and sand from the surge zone down to about 30 metres. Small juveniles swim head down with fins flared, looking from the side like the face of a much bigger fish to put off predators.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Anampses
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218918.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowbreasted Wrasse live?
- The Yellowbreasted Wrasse (Anampses twistii) is typically found at 5–30 m.
- Is the Yellowbreasted Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowbreasted Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowbreasted Wrasse get?
- The Yellowbreasted Wrasse grows to about 18 cm.