Cockerel Wrasse
Pteragogus enneacanthus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 2–64 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small, secretive wrasse that hides among dense weeds and hydroid colonies, from shallow algae reefs out to deeper soft bottoms with sponges. It rarely breaks cover, and when it does it darts between colonies only after a careful look around first.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Pteragogus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279210.
FAQ
- How deep does the Cockerel Wrasse live?
- The Cockerel Wrasse (Pteragogus enneacanthus) is typically found at 2–64 m.
- Is the Cockerel Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Cockerel Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Cockerel Wrasse get?
- The Cockerel Wrasse grows to about 15 cm.