Yellowback Tubelip
Labropsis xanthonota
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–55 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tubelip wrasse of clear coral rich outer lagoons and seaward reefs, uncommon and usually keeping to itself. Juveniles work as cleaners, picking parasites off other fish, while adults switch to feeding on coral polyps.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Labropsis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219016.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowback Tubelip live?
- The Yellowback Tubelip (Labropsis xanthonota) is typically found at 0–55 m.
- Is the Yellowback Tubelip dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowback Tubelip is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowback Tubelip get?
- The Yellowback Tubelip grows to about 13 cm.