Cheilinus fasciatus

Wrasses

Redbreasted wrasse
Rotbrust Prachtlippfisch
Labre à poitrine rouge
Lábrido de pecho rojo
Labride a cinque strisce

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 3 and 60 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 40 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Mollusks - - Echinoderms

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