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Anchichoerops natalensis (Gilchrist & Thompson, 1909) Natal wrasse |
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photo by
Faria, C. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses) | |||
| Max. size: | 75 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range - 60 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: South Africa (Natal and Transkei, Ref. 4392) and Mozambique (Ref. 12484). | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 13-13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-9; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 10-11. Color variable: reddish with yellow to orange spots or orange-yellow to brown with darker spots; sometimes with dark bars on body (Ref. 4392). | |||
| Biology: | Adults occur in rocky areas. Feed mainly on mollusks, crustaceans and sea urchins (Ref. 5374). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 28 January 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||