Sand Wrasse
Ammolabrus dicrus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 7–18 m
- Max size: 9.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Adults of this sand wrasse range over open sand bottom in small, fast moving schools, rising to pick zooplankton from the water above. They keep to moderate depths between about seven and eighteen metres and form distinct pairs when spawning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Ammolabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279579.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sand Wrasse live?
- The Sand Wrasse (Ammolabrus dicrus) is typically found at 7–18 m.
- Is the Sand Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Sand Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sand Wrasse get?
- The Sand Wrasse grows to about 9.4 cm.