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The Blue flasher wrasse (Paracheilinus cyaneus) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The blue flasher wrasse is a small, colourful wrasse (Labridae) from the western Pacific, around Indonesia. The species grows to about 7 cm; dominant males are blue-pink with red and yellow lines and flash spectacularly in courtship with fins spread, while females are plainer. As a reef-dweller it hovers in groups above coral rubble and slopes and picks small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue flasher wrasse?
The Blue flasher wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Blue flasher wrasse live?
The Blue flasher wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Indonesia
How big does the Blue flasher wrasse get?
The Blue flasher wrasse grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Blue flasher wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue flasher wrasse 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.
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Same genus Paracheilinus
More from the family Labridae
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