Spotted rainbow wrasse
📖 Overview
Spotted rainbow wrasse (Suezichthys rosenblatti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Labridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 10 and 15 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 11; Vertebrae: 25. This species is distinguished by the following characters: D IX,11; A III,11 (III,11 rarely 10); pelvic-fin rays I,5; pectoral fin branched rays 12-13; branched caudal-fin rays 12; lateral-line scales 26; scale rows above lateral line 1½/7½; predorsal scales 5 (4-6, rarely 3); cheek scale rows behind eye 1 (1-2); cheek scale rows below eye 2; gill rakers 17 (15-16); vertebrae 9+16, ribs ending on 9th vertebra; epineural bones ending on 12th-14th vertebra; haemal arch present on vertebrae 10-11 .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spotted rainbow wrasse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Spotted rainbow wrasse is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 10 - 15 m . Tropical Southeast Pacific: Isla Juan Fernandez and Desventuradas Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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