Wounded wrasse
📖 Overview
Commonly encountered in rocky reefs and sandy areas adjacent to reefs. Feeds on mollusks, crabs, brittle stars and sea urchins. Not utilized for human consumption.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Wounded wrasse is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Wounded wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 69 m , usually 2 - 23 m . Tropical; 32°N - 7°N Central Pacific: Gulf of California to Panama.
🌿 Ecology
mollusks, crabs, brittle stars and sea urchins
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Wounded wrasse.
🔍 Similar Species
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