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The Randall's fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus randalli) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Randall's fairy wrasse is a fairy wrasse (Labridae) from reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a slender, red-pink body with yellow and blue tints body; courting males colour up spectacularly. As a plankton feeder it hovers in loose schools above coral and rubble slopes and snaps at small zooplankton. Like many wrasses a female can change sex. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Randall's fairy wrasse?
The Randall's fairy wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Randall's fairy wrasse live?
The Randall's fairy wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia
How big does the Randall's fairy wrasse get?
The Randall's fairy wrasse grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Randall's fairy wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Randall's fairy 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 Cirrhilabrus
More from the family Labridae
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