Pearly-Spotted Wrasse
Halichoeres bicolor
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 3–20 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A pearly spotted wrasse of inshore silty habitats, it forages over sand and mud near shallow reefs and seagrass beds. It turns up alone or in small groups, working the soft bottom for prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Halichoeres
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275750.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pearly-Spotted Wrasse live?
- The Pearly-Spotted Wrasse (Halichoeres bicolor) is typically found at 3–20 m.
- Is the Pearly-Spotted Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Pearly-Spotted Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pearly-Spotted Wrasse get?
- The Pearly-Spotted Wrasse grows to about 12 cm.