Bodianus rubrisos Gomon, 2006
Red-sashed hogfish
photo by Shao, K.T.

Family:  Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Bodianinae
Max. size:  20.2 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 50 - 103 m
Distribution:  Western Pacific: Japan, Taiwan and Bali, Indonesia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Photos of individuals taken with maximum size up to about 30 cm SL (Ref. 75973). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 12 March 2008 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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