Suezichthys devisi (Whitley, 1941)
Gracilis wrasse
Suezichthys devisi
photo by Bajol, R.

Family:  Labridae (Wrasses)
Max. size:  14 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; brackish; marine; depth range 5 - 30 m
Distribution:  Indo-Pacific: Australia and New Caledonia.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 9-9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11-11; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 10-10
Biology:  Occurs inshore (Ref. 75154). Found in coastal bays, estuaries, and on sand near reefs (Ref. 9002).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 July 2008 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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