Angular Flasher
Paracheilinus angulatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–40 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The angular flasher inhabits coastal and offshore reefs over rubble and low coral patches, gathering in groups where females greatly outnumber males. About an hour before sunset the males flash neon bright colour to draw the females in, the courtship signature of the flasher wrasses.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Paracheilinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278279.
FAQ
- How deep does the Angular Flasher live?
- The Angular Flasher (Paracheilinus angulatus) is typically found at 10–40 m.
- Is the Angular Flasher dangerous to divers?
- The Angular Flasher is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Angular Flasher get?
- The Angular Flasher grows to about 7.5 cm.