Red-Striped Wrasse
Halichoeres salmofasciatus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 7–30 m
- Max size: 6.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
This wrasse works areas of sand strewn with small rubble of volcanic chips or calcareous algae, down to at least thirty metres. It shares its ground with related wrasses along the mainland coast and around Isla Malpelo.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Halichoeres
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275797.
FAQ
- How deep does the Red-Striped Wrasse live?
- The Red-Striped Wrasse (Halichoeres salmofasciatus) is typically found at 7–30 m.
- Is the Red-Striped Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Red-Striped Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Red-Striped Wrasse get?
- The Red-Striped Wrasse grows to about 6.3 cm.