Rock wrasse
📖 Overview
Found close to rocks near patches of sand and in tide pools. Dart into sand when disturbed and sleep at night buried in sand with head protruding. Feed on gastropods, small crustaceans and has been observed to pick ectoparasites from other fishes . Each individual functions first as female but changes to a male at length of about 30 cm. Pelagic spawners .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Rock wrasse is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rock wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Pelagic spawner . Changes sex at 30 cm .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 24 m . Subtropical; 34°N - 23°N, 121°W - 106°W central Baja California) and the Gulf of California in Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
gastropods, small crustaceans and has been observed to pick ectoparasites from other fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Rock 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 | 19.3 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 195 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Rock wrasse has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - |
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julis semicinctus | Ayres | 1859 | Synonym |
| Pseudojulis venustus | Jenkins & Evermann | 1889 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Rock wrasse.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 23 records indexed .
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