Filamentous Wrasse
Paracheilinus filamentosus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 5–35 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flasher wrasse of rubble areas in passages, outer slopes and lagoons, feeding on zooplankton and small bottom invertebrates between five and 35 metres. It gathers in groups where females far outnumber males, the males flashing bright nuptial colours to court.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Paracheilinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278284.
FAQ
- How deep does the Filamentous Wrasse live?
- The Filamentous Wrasse (Paracheilinus filamentosus) is typically found at 5–35 m.
- Is the Filamentous Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Filamentous Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Filamentous Wrasse get?
- The Filamentous Wrasse grows to about 15 cm.