Red-Margined Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus rubrimarginatus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 25–52 m
- Max size: 12.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A wrasse of deep coastal and outer reef drop offs, it lives over rubble and sand among low patch reefs down past 50 metres. Juveniles stay solitary among rubble in the shallows, while adults gather in loose groups in deeper water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277865.
FAQ
- How deep does the Red-Margined Wrasse live?
- The Red-Margined Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus rubrimarginatus) is typically found at 25–52 m.
- Is the Red-Margined Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Red-Margined Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Red-Margined Wrasse get?
- The Red-Margined Wrasse grows to about 12.2 cm.