Family: |
Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae |
Max. size: |
15 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 64 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: Gulf of California to Peru, including the Galapagos. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Forms small aggregations over reefs. Feeds on suspended plankton and small hard-shelled invertebrates. Not utilized for human consumption. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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