Togean Flasherwrasse
Paracheilinus togeanensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 16–40 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Males of this flasherwrasse flash bright colour over rubble on outer reef slopes, shimmering to court the females that crowd around them. They move in small mixed groups where females greatly outnumber males, mostly between sixteen and forty metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Paracheilinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278289.
FAQ
- How deep does the Togean Flasherwrasse live?
- The Togean Flasherwrasse (Paracheilinus togeanensis) is typically found at 16–40 m.
- Is the Togean Flasherwrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Togean Flasherwrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Togean Flasherwrasse get?
- The Togean Flasherwrasse grows to about 7 cm.