Symphodus melops

Wrasses

  • Corkwing wrasse
  • Goldmaid
  • Zwartooglipvis
  • Crénilabre commun
  • Porredana
  • Tordo occhionero

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 30 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 28 cm
  • Maximum age known : 9 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!