Polylepion russelli (Gomon & Randall, 1975)
Polylepion russelli
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Labridae (Wrasses)
Max. size:  25 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 100 - 353 m
Distribution:  North Pacific: Japan and the Hawaiian Islands.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs in deep waters (Ref. 3921). Benthopelagic (Ref. 58302).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 03 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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