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The Severns' pencil wrasse (Pseudojuloides severnsi) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 9 cm.
Asia: Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., Maldives, New Caledonia and others
Description
The Severns' pencil wrasse is a wrasse (Labridae) from shallow coral-reef and rocky water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a slender, elongate, brightly coloured body with a pointed head. As an active daytime hunter it swims just above the reef and snaps at small crustaceans, snails and worms. It often starts as a female and can later change into a male. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Severns' pencil wrasse?
The Severns' pencil wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly multicoloured.
Where does the Severns' pencil wrasse live?
The Severns' pencil wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., Maldives, New Caledonia and others
How big does the Severns' pencil wrasse get?
The Severns' pencil wrasse grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Severns' pencil wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Severns' pencil 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 Pseudojuloides
More from the family Labridae
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