Labroides dimidiatus

Wrasses

  • Bluestreak cleaner wrasse
  • Putzerlippfisch
  • Labre nettoyeur commun
  • Lábrido limpiador azul
  • Pesce pulitore

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 40 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally living in a couple
  • Lives in partnership with other fish species
  • The species is a parasite of other fish
  • The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 14 cm
  • Maximum age known : 4 year(s)
  • The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
  • Diet : -
  • 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!