Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Xyrichtyinae |
19 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 5 m |
Western Pacific: Southern Japan and Taiwan, south to at least peninsular Malaysia at 3°N. |
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Found on sandy open areas near shallow reefs at about 5 m. Dives into sand to sleep safely at night or to hide when alarmed (Ref. 90102). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 25 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
Known from Hsiao-liu-chiu, southern Taiwan (Ref. 43515); including Peng-hu Island (Ref. 55073). Also Ref. 55073. |
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