Weed Wrasse
Halichoeres papilionaceus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 1 to 4 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Found alone or in small groups across shallow reef flats, rocky shallows and seagrass beds, this wrasse rarely strays below a few metres. Like its many relatives it picks small invertebrates from the bottom and can bury itself in sand when threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Halichoeres
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275785.
FAQ
- How deep does the Weed Wrasse live?
- The Weed Wrasse (Halichoeres papilionaceus) is typically found at 1 to 4 m.
- Is the Weed Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Weed Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Weed Wrasse get?
- The Weed Wrasse grows to about 12 cm.