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The Multicolorfin rainbowfish (Parajulis poecilepterus) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 34 cm.
Description
The multicolorfin rainbowfish is a brightly coloured wrasse (Labridae) from the northwestern Pacific, around Japan, Korea and China. The species reaches about 34 cm and has a streamlined body with a striking pattern of green, red and blue tones and lateral stripes; males and females differ in colour. It lives near shore over pebble, rock and coral bottoms and feeds on small bottom invertebrates. Like many wrasses the species is a protogynous hermaphrodite, beginning life as a female and later able to change into a male. The fish is eaten locally.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Multicolorfin rainbowfish?
The Multicolorfin rainbowfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly multicoloured and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Bold colour pattern with differences between the sexes; protogynous hermaphrodite.
Where does the Multicolorfin rainbowfish live?
The Multicolorfin rainbowfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific, around Japan, Korea and China.
How big does the Multicolorfin rainbowfish get?
The Multicolorfin rainbowfish grows to a maximum of about 34 cm. On average the species is around 22 cm.
Is the Multicolorfin rainbowfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Multicolorfin rainbowfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Multicolorfin rainbowfish edible?
Yes, the Multicolorfin rainbowfish is commonly eaten.
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