Günther's wrasse
📖 Overview
Inhabits rocky and coral reefs generally in shallow water . Feeds primarily on small benthic crustaceans.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 10. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Günther's wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, with distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 20 m . Subtropical north as Lindeman Island, and in New South Wales as far south as Botany Bay.
🌿 Ecology
small benthic crustaceans
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labrichthys australis | Steindachner | 1866 | Synonym |
| Labrichthys cruentatus | De Vis | 1885 | Synonym |
| Labrichthys dorsalis | Macleay | 1881 | Synonym |
| Labrichthys dux | De Vis | 1883 | Synonym |
| Labrichthys guntheri | Bleeker | 1862 | Synonym |
| Labrichthys maculatus | De Vis | 1885 | Heterotypic |
| Labrichthys melanura | Macleay | 1881 | Synonym |
| Labrichthys rex | De Vis | 1885 | Synonym |
| Labrichthys sexlineatus | De Vis | 1885 | Synonym |
| Pseudolabrus dorsalis | Macleay | 1881 | Synonym |
| Pseudolabrus melanurus | Macleay | 1881 | Synonym |
| Pseudolabrus richardsonii | Steindachner | 1867 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Günther's wrasse.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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