The Pinstriped wrasse (Pseudocheilinops ataenia) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Pinstriped wrasse is a wrasse (Labridae) from reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 14 cm and has an elongate, orange-red with fine blue longitudinal lines body that changes colour with age and sex. As a day-active, bottom-oriented fish it swims above coral and rock and picks small crustaceans, molluscs and zooplankton. Like many wrasses a female can change sex. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pinstriped wrasse?
The Pinstriped wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Pinstriped wrasse live?
The Pinstriped wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Pinstriped wrasse get?
The Pinstriped wrasse grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Pinstriped wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Pinstriped wrasse is harmless to humans.
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