Red Maori Wrasse
📖 Overview
Found in coral-rich areas of lagoon and seaward reefs at depths of 1 to over 40 m . A secretive species , rarely ventures more than a few centimeters from shelter . A shy species, usually found in pairs when adult . Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 128797.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9 - 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8. Brownish red, mottled with small whitish spots; dark brown spot anteriorly on each side of upper lip; 2 dark lines diverging from the eye; dark brown spot on 1st 2 dorsal membranes . Deep-bodied for genus, and snout pointed .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Red Maori Wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 40 m . Tropical; 26°N - 28°S East Africa to the Marquesan and Society islands, north to Taiwan, south to the southern Great Barrier Reef and the Austral Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheilinus calophthalmus | Günther | 1867 | Synonym |
| Cheilinus ketlitzii | Valenciennes | 1840 | Synonym |
| Cheilinus sanguineus | Valenciennes | 1840 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Red Maori Wrasse.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 9 records indexed .
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