Choerodon frenatus Ogilby, 1910
Bridled tuskfish
photo by Graham, K.

Family:  Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Bodianinae
Max. size: 
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range - 60 m
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific: northeastern Australia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Adults inhabit coral reef and rock reef (Ref. 75154). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 June 2008 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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