Whitebarred Wrasse
Cheilinus quinquecinctus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 2–40 m
- Max size: 35 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A wrasse of sheltered reefs, where big males patrol the reef margin over sand and rubble while the secretive juveniles tuck into cave entrances. Reaching about thirty five centimetres, it sometimes tags along behind goatfishes to snap up prey they disturb.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cheilinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 713525.
FAQ
- How deep does the Whitebarred Wrasse live?
- The Whitebarred Wrasse (Cheilinus quinquecinctus) is typically found at 2–40 m.
- Is the Whitebarred Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Whitebarred Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Whitebarred Wrasse get?
- The Whitebarred Wrasse grows to about 35 cm.