Beau's Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus beauperryi
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 5–32 m
- Max size: 8.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A fairy wrasse of rubble bottoms near lagoons and seaward slopes, it lives alone or in groups down to about 32 metres. Males turn on brilliant colour during display, a habit shared across the genus.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398566.
FAQ
- How deep does the Beau's Wrasse live?
- The Beau's Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus beauperryi) is typically found at 5–32 m.
- Is the Beau's Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Beau's Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Beau's Wrasse get?
- The Beau's Wrasse grows to about 8.5 cm.