Thalassoma bifasciatum
Wrasses
Environment and movement of the diurnal species
- The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
- The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
- The species can be found between 0 and 40 Meters.
- Very common species.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally living in a group
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 25 cm
- Maximum age known : 3 year(s)
- The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
- Diet : - Zooplankton
- The animal can show variable colouring
- The animal is a protogynous transsexual
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
Bluehead wrasse
Blaukopflippfisch
Blauwkop lipvis
Girelle-paon à tête bleue
Doncella cabeciazul;Cara de cotorra