Symphodus caeruleus

Wrasses

  • Azores wrasse
  • Azores Lippfisch
  • Centrolabre bleu
  • Gallineta azul

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic

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 50 Meters.
  • Common species.
  • Endemic species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 27 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Algae -
  • The animal is a protogynous transsexual

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!