Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Cheeklined wrasse
Size:
Cheeklined wrasses can grow to 12 inches (30 centimeters) long.
Diet:
Cheeklined wrasses feed on mollusks, sea urchins and crustaceans like shrimp and crab.
Range & Habitat:
Throughout the Indo-West Pacific Ocean, cheeklined wrasses inhabit coastal coral reefs.
Details:
Cheeklined wrasses have an appearance that varies depending on their age, sex and environment. Males may change their color patterns to resemble females in certain social structures, a phenomenon known as sexual mimicry. Wrasses are known for their aggressive behavior when protecting their territory, especially during breeding seasons.