Minilabrus striatus Randall & Dor, 1981
Minute wrasse
photo by Field, R.

Family:  Labridae (Wrasses)
Max. size:  6 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range - 12 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: known only from the central and southern portions of the Red Sea.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in aggregations above outer reef slopes. Feeds on zooplankton.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 June 2008 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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