Purple-Boned Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus blatteus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 40–50 m
- Max size: 16 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deepwater wrasse that hovers a metre or two above rock and coral, picking zooplankton from the water between about 40 and 50 metres. Males are territorial and keep a harem of females.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218955.
FAQ
- How deep does the Purple-Boned Wrasse live?
- The Purple-Boned Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus blatteus) is typically found at 40–50 m.
- Is the Purple-Boned Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Purple-Boned Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Purple-Boned Wrasse get?
- The Purple-Boned Wrasse grows to about 16 cm.