Sharp-headed wrasse
📖 Overview
Sharp-headed wrasse (Cymolutes lecluse) is a ray-finned fish of the family Labridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 119 metres. With a trophic level of 4.2, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Sharp-headed wrasse is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sharp-headed wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Sharp-headed wrasse is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 119 m . Tropical Central Pacific: known only from the Hawaiian Islands.
🌿 Ecology
fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Sharp-headed wrasse is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked — Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.5 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 186 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Sharp-headed wrasse has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? leclusei | Quoy & Gaimard | 1824 | Synonym |
| Cymalutes lecluse | Quoy & Gaimard | 1824 | Synonym |
| Cymolutes leclusei | Quoy & Gaimard | 1824 | Synonym |
| Cymolutes microlepidotus | Valenciennes | 1840 | Synonym |
| Hemipteronotus lecluse | Quoy & Gaimard | 1824 | Synonym |
| Hemipteronotus leclusei | Quoy & Gaimard | 1824 | Synonym |
| Julis kuelkuel | Montrouzier | 1857 | Synonym |
| Novacula microlepis | Vaillant & Sauvage | 1875 | Synonym |
| Xyrichthys lecluse | Quoy & Gaimard | 1824 | Synonym |
| Xyrichthys microlepidotus | Valenciennes | 1840 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 6 records indexed .
👥 Community & Contribute
No observations yet — be the first to log one!
View all observations for Sharp-headed wrasse ↗Spotted incorrect or outdated data? Submit a correction and our editorial team will review it. Approved edits go live within 48 hours.
Found a factual error, broken data, or inappropriate content? Let us know and we will investigate promptly.