Pastel Ringwrasse
Hologymnosus doliatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–35 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A slender wrasse of seaward reefs over mixed sand, rubble and coral, it starts life in groups near the bottom and ends up a solitary, territorial male patrolling long stretches of reef. It hunts mostly small fish and crustaceans and can reach about 50 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Hologymnosus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219001.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pastel Ringwrasse live?
- The Pastel Ringwrasse (Hologymnosus doliatus) is typically found at 1–35 m.
- Is the Pastel Ringwrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Pastel Ringwrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pastel Ringwrasse get?
- The Pastel Ringwrasse grows to about 50 cm.