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Yellowbanded possum wrasse

Wetmorella nigropinnata

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Fun Facts

Yellowbanded possum wrasses are shy fish that rarely venture out of their coral crevices and holes. 

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Yellowbanded possum wrasse

Size:

Yellowbanded possum wrasses grow to a maximum length of 3.2 inches (8 centimeters).

Diet:

Yellowbanded possum wrasses feed on small benthic invertebrates like sponges, krill, shrimp and crabs.

Range & Habitat:

In the Indo-Pacific, these fish can be found amongst coral reef colonies under ledges and shady nooks.

Details:

Yellowbanded possum wrasses get their name from the two yellow bands at both ends of their body. They’re pink in color with three dark spots near their fins. Juvenile yellow banded possum wrasses have an additional two pale stripes on their body.