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Anampses femininus Randall, 1972 Blue-striped orange tamarin |
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photo by
Pereira, P.H.C. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae | |||
| Max. size: | 24 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 10 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Pacific Ocean: Australia and New Caledonia to Easter Island. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 9-9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-12; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 12-12 | |||
| Biology: | Adults inhabit rocky and coral reefs. Usually in small groups (Ref. 9710). Feeds on benthic invertebrates (Ref. 89972). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 02 February 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||