Halichoeres adustus (Gilbert, 1890)
Black wrasse
photo by Robertson, R.

Family:  Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae
Max. size:  12.5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 3 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Revillagigedo Islands and Cocos Island.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Generally encountered around islands, over rocky bottoms (Ref. 9311).
IUCN Red List Status: Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 23 May 2007 (D2) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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