Celebes Wrasse
Oxycheilinus celebicus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 3–40 m
- Max size: 24 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A wrasse of coral rich protected reefs, it works among soft and brittle hard corals and other invertebrates, and has even been seen keeping company with the mushroom coral. It pairs off to breed and lays pelagic eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Oxycheilinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277995.
FAQ
- How deep does the Celebes Wrasse live?
- The Celebes Wrasse (Oxycheilinus celebicus) is typically found at 3–40 m.
- Is the Celebes Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Celebes Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Celebes Wrasse get?
- The Celebes Wrasse grows to about 24 cm.