White-Spotted Wrasse
Anampses melanurus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 15–110 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A white spotted wrasse of seaward reefs and outer drop offs, it swims in small harems of several females led by one dominant male. It hunts small crustaceans, snails and worms by day and buries itself in sand at night.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Anampses
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279173.
FAQ
- How deep does the White-Spotted Wrasse live?
- The White-Spotted Wrasse (Anampses melanurus) is typically found at 15–110 m.
- Is the White-Spotted Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The White-Spotted Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the White-Spotted Wrasse get?
- The White-Spotted Wrasse grows to about 12 cm.