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Minilabrus striatus Randall & Dor, 1981 Minute wrasse |
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photo by
Field, R. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses) | |||
| Max. size: | 6 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range - 12 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: known only from the central and southern portions of the Red Sea. | |||
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| Biology: | Found in aggregations above outer reef slopes. Feeds on zooplankton. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 June 2008 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||