| Family: |
Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae |
| Max. size: |
43.5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 31.1 cm SL (female) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 2 - 20 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: known only from Dhofar and Masirah Island, Oman. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 9-9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-12; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 12-12. Caudal fin slightly rounded. |
| Biology: |
Found in exposed rocky shores. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 23 February 2009 Ref. (130435)
|
| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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