Thalassoma bifasciatum

Wrasses

  • Bluehead wrasse
  • Blaukopflippfisch
  • Blauwkop lipvis
  • Girelle-paon à tête bleue
  • Doncella cabeciazul;Cara de cotorra

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

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) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.