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