Morrison's Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus morrisoni
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 23–35 m
- Max size: 5.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This wrasse is common over flat bottoms blanketed with dense Halimeda algae, between twenty three and thirty five metres. It mixes into aggregations with a related flasherwrasse on these inshore grounds.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277859.
FAQ
- How deep does the Morrison's Wrasse live?
- The Morrison's Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus morrisoni) is typically found at 23–35 m.
- Is the Morrison's Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Morrison's Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Morrison's Wrasse get?
- The Morrison's Wrasse grows to about 5.5 cm.