Katherine's Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus katherinae
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 10–50 m
- Max size: 7.1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Males gather over exposed outer reefs to display, flaring their fins in shifting aggregations between about ten and forty metres. Like other fairy wrasses, every fish starts out female and the largest turns male to lead the group.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277849.
FAQ
- How deep does the Katherine's Wrasse live?
- The Katherine's Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus katherinae) is typically found at 10–50 m.
- Is the Katherine's Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Katherine's Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Katherine's Wrasse get?
- The Katherine's Wrasse grows to about 7.1 cm.