Symphodus mediterraneus

Wrasses

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  • Axillary wrasse
  • Mittelmeerlippfisch
  • Crénilabre méditerranéen
  • Tordo de roca
  • Tordo rosso

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

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 1 and 50 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally living in a couple
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 15 cm
  • Maximum age known : 8 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Mollusks - Sea worms - Echinoderms
  • 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.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!