Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Bodianinae |
45.6 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 165 - 256 m |
Central Pacific: Hawaii. |
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Restricted to deep waters, observed from submersible at 185-190 m at various substrates (Ref. 75973). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 March 2008 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
Type locality, Tamashiro Market, Nihoa, BPBM 17245 (holotype of Bodianus bathycapros, 42.2 cm SL) (Ref. 75973). |
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