Rust-banded wrasse
📖 Overview
Found to depths over 35 m in deep outer reef drop-offs. Forms aggregations of females and a single dominating male . Planktivores .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 12 - 13. Initial phase is dark green with a yellowish mouth .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rust-banded wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 45 m , usually 30 - ? m . Tropical south to Indonesia and east to Tuamoto Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Rust-banded wrasse.
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