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The Baldwin's razorfish (Iniistius baldwini) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
Baldwin's razorfish is a wrasse from the central Pacific, mainly around Hawaii. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a strongly laterally compressed, knife-like body with a steep, sharp head. When threatened it dives head-first into the sand in a flash to disappear. As a reef-dweller it searches over sandy bottoms for small crustaceans and molluscs. Like many wrasses it is a protogynous hermaphrodite. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Baldwin's razorfish?
The Baldwin's razorfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Knife-shaped body; dives head first into the sand; protogynous hermaphrodite
Where does the Baldwin's razorfish live?
The Baldwin's razorfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Central Pacific
How big does the Baldwin's razorfish get?
The Baldwin's razorfish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Baldwin's razorfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Baldwin's razorfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Baldwin's razorfish edible?
The Baldwin's razorfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Iniistius
More from the family Labridae
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