| Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae |
| 40 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 45 m |
| Eastern Indian Ocean: Australia. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 9-9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-12; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 12-12. Corner of mouth without canine; second teeth in jaws about 1/2 length of anterior canines in adults, about 3/4 in subadults. |
| Inhabits shallow rocky and coral reefs with sand patches. Juveniles and females act as cleaners (Ref. 9710). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 April 2008 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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