Fin's Fish Guide
The Eightline wrasse (Pseudocheilinus octotaenia) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 14 cm.
Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Christmas I., Cocos Is. (Keel), Comoros and others
Description
The eightline wrasse is a small wrasse (Labridae) from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 14 cm and has an elongate, orange-red body with eight blue to brown longitudinal lines and a red eye stripe. As a cryptic reef-dweller it shelters among coral and rubble and hunts small crustaceans, snails and echinoderms. Like many wrasses it changes sex. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Eightline wrasse?
The Eightline wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Eightline wrasse live?
The Eightline wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Christmas I., Cocos Is. (Keel), Comoros and others
How big does the Eightline wrasse get?
The Eightline wrasse grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Eightline wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Eightline 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.
Is the Eightline wrasse edible?
Yes, the Eightline wrasse is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Pseudocheilinus
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