Yellowband Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus luteovittatus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 7–30 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Males gather in small groups over lagoon patch reefs, drifting just above the coral and rubble to snatch zooplankton drifting past. Like other fairy wrasses it grows to about a hand length and flashes brighter colour when courting.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277856.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowband Wrasse live?
- The Yellowband Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus luteovittatus) is typically found at 7–30 m.
- Is the Yellowband Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowband Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowband Wrasse get?
- The Yellowband Wrasse grows to about 12 cm.