Rare wrasse
📖 Overview
Inhabits lagoon and sheltered seaward reefs . Occurs singly or in pairs; females often found in small groups . Feeds on invertebrates by picking items from the substratum. Burrows in the sand at the sign of danger .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 11. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rare wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Rare wrasse is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range ? - 30 m. Subtropical South Africa (Kwa-Zulu-Natal), Chagos Archipelago, southern Oman, Rodrigues, and Yemen.
🌿 Ecology
invertebrates by picking items from the substratum
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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