| Family: |
Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Xyrichtyinae |
| Max. size: |
19 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 5 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Pacific: Southern Japan and Taiwan, south to at least peninsular Malaysia at 3°N. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found on sandy open areas near shallow reefs at about 5 m. Dives into sand to sleep safely at night or to hide when alarmed (Ref. 90102). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 25 March 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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