False Senator Wrasse
Pictilabrus viridis
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 2–15 m
- Max size: 14.1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A wrasse of rocky reefs draped in algae, it is most often seen in the shallow surge zone within the top few metres. It reaches about fourteen centimetres and stays close to cover among the weed and stone.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Pictilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282259.
FAQ
- How deep does the False Senator Wrasse live?
- The False Senator Wrasse (Pictilabrus viridis) is typically found at 2–15 m.
- Is the False Senator Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The False Senator Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the False Senator Wrasse get?
- The False Senator Wrasse grows to about 14.1 cm.