Pseudochromis aurulentus Gill & Randall, 1998
Yellowlip dottyback
Pseudochromis aurulentus
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks), subfamily: Pseudochrominae
Max. size:  6.8 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 14 - 21 m
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 3-3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 27-27; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 15-15. Description: Characterized by generally greyish brown color, sometimes yellowish on head; yellow lips; each scale of body with dark spot, forms longitudinal rows; pectoral-fin axil with dark spots or bar; anterior lateral line scales 27-32; predorsal scales 21-26; depth of body 27.8-29.7 % of SL (Ref. 90102).
Biology:  Found in reef crevices and under rock outcrops in 14-21 m (Ref 90102).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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