Filamented Flasher Wrasse [Lipocheilus bimaculatus]
Description
The Filamented Flasher Wrasse is a stunning species native to the Western Pacific. They are found in depths of 5 to 25 meters, in areas with rubble or sand near coral reefs. Their diet consists mainly of small benthic invertebrates. Males are more colorful and larger than females, reaching up to 8 cm in length. They are noted for their long dorsal filament and display behavior, where they fan out their fins and 'flash' their colors to attract females or deter rivals.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Snappers
Lutjanidae
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| Genus |
Lipocheilus
Lipocheilus
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