Yellowstriped Fairy Basslet
Mirolabrichthys tuka
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–40 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small magenta basslet that gathers in shimmering groups along outer reef slopes, dipping below thirty metres. It picks planktonic crustaceans and fish eggs from the water, and males flush brighter when courting.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Pseudanthias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 312510.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowstriped Fairy Basslet live?
- The Yellowstriped Fairy Basslet (Mirolabrichthys tuka) is typically found at 2–40 m.
- Is the Yellowstriped Fairy Basslet dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowstriped Fairy Basslet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowstriped Fairy Basslet get?
- The Yellowstriped Fairy Basslet grows to about 12 cm.