The Black leopard wrasse (Macropharyngodon negrosensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The black leopard wrasse is a colourful wrasse (Labridae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a dark body with a fine network of pale, round spots, like a leopard pattern. As a reef-dweller it lives on coral- and rubble-strewn bottoms between about eight and thirty metres and eats small snails, shelled forams and other small invertebrate life. At night it buries itself in the sand. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Black leopard wrasse?
The Black leopard wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly black and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Black leopard wrasse live?
The Black leopard wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Black leopard wrasse get?
The Black leopard wrasse grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Black leopard wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Black leopard wrasse is harmless to humans.
Is the Black leopard wrasse edible?
The Black leopard wrasse is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Macropharyngodon
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