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Labridae (Wrasses) > Julidinae
Etymology: Halichoeres: Greek, als, alis = salt + Greek, choiros = pig (Ref. 45335).
More on author: Bleeker.
Environment: milieu / climate zone / depth range / distribution range
Ecology
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 10 - 40 m (Ref. 90102). Tropical
Western Pacific.
Size / Weight / Age
Maturity: Lm ? range ? - ? cm
Max length : 18.0 cm TL male/unsexed; (Ref. 6023)
Recognized by dusky yellow color (Ref. 48636).
Body shape (shape guide): fusiform / normal.
Found in coastal reefs and lagoons (Ref. 8631), often on sand-rubble substrates with large staghorn coral colonies. Occurs in small loose groups of females (Ref. 48636). Feeds on benthic invertebrates.
Life cycle and mating behavior
Maturity | Reproduction | Spawning | Eggs | Fecundity | Larvae
Distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).
Allen, G.R. and R. Swainston, 1992. Reef fishes of New Guinea: a field guide for divers, anglers and naturalists. Publication No. 8. Christensen Research Institute, Madang, Papua New Guinea. 132 p. (Ref. 6023)
IUCN Red List Status (Ref. 130435: Version 2025-2)
Threat to humans
Harmless
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