| Family: |
Labridae (Wrasses) |
| Max. size: |
14 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; brackish; marine; depth range 5 - 30 m |
| Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific: Australia and New Caledonia. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 9-9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11-11; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 10-10 |
| Biology: |
Occurs inshore (Ref. 75154). Found in coastal bays, estuaries, and on sand near reefs (Ref. 9002). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 July 2008 Ref. (130435)
|
| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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