Richmond's Wrasse
Halichoeres richmondi
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 1–15 m
- Max size: 19 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Richmond's wrasse lives on shallow lagoon and channel reefs with thick soft coral growth, down to around fifteen metres. It moves in small loose groups, picking over the bottom for food.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Halichoeres
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275795.
FAQ
- How deep does the Richmond's Wrasse live?
- The Richmond's Wrasse (Halichoeres richmondi) is typically found at 1–15 m.
- Is the Richmond's Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Richmond's Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Richmond's Wrasse get?
- The Richmond's Wrasse grows to about 19 cm.