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Halichoeres malpelo Allen & Robertson, 1992 Malpelo wrasse |
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photo by
Robertson, R. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae | |||
| Max. size: | 15 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range - 10 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Malpelo Island. | |||
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| Biology: | Found over coarse sand and gravel bottoms. Does not form schools (Ref. 9311). Minimum depth from Ref. 58018. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 23 May 2007 (D2) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||