Halichoeres adustus (Gilbert, 1890) Black wrasse |
photo by
Robertson, R. |
Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae | |||
Max. size: | 12.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 3 m | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Revillagigedo Islands and Cocos Island. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Generally encountered around islands, over rocky bottoms (Ref. 9311). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 23 May 2007 (D2) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |