| Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Xyrichtyinae |
| 20.4 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; marine; depth range 10 - 132 m |
| Western Central Pacific: Hawaii and Papua New Guinea (D'Entrecasteaux, New Britain). |
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| Inhabits sandy open areas near reefs (Ref. 90102). Benthic and benthopelagic (Ref. 58302). Dives into sand to sleep safely at night or to hide when alarmed (Ref. 90102). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 25 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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