Thalassoma lunare

Wrasses

Moon wrasse
Mondsichel-Junker
Girelle-paon lyre
Lábrido luna
Labride verde e blu

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

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 25 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 45 cm
Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Plankton
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.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!