Larabicus quadrilineatus (Rüppell, 1835)
Fourline wrasse
photo by Field, R.

Family:  Labridae (Wrasses)
Max. size:  11.5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 15 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs in fringing reefs, among coral heads and in areas with dense coral growth (Ref. 9710). Adults feed on coral polyps while juveniles act as cleaners of other fishes.
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 25 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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