Tailmark wrasse
📖 Overview
Occurs solitary or in small groups on muddy bottoms, often deep in front of river mouths where land debris is scattered over the bottom; sometimes takes refuge in the mud burrows of other animals. Adults were all seen in about 30 m and usually swim fast near the bottom . Feeds on benthic animals (polychaete worms, crustaceans, also small fish) . Minimum depth of 7 m from Ref. 90102.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tailmark wrasse is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tailmark wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 7 - 100 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
benthic animals (polychaete worms, crustaceans, also small fish) (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Tailmark wrasse.
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