The Yellowhead wrasse (Halichoeres garnoti) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
The yellowhead wrasse (Halichoeres garnoti) is a wrasse of the family Labridae from the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species has a streamlined body whose colour changes strongly with life stage: juveniles are bright yellow with a blue lateral stripe, while terminal-phase males have a yellow head and a blue-green body with a dark saddle blotch. It reaches about 19 cm and occurs on shallow and deep reefs and rocky ledges. The diet consists of various invertebrates. The species is a protogynous hermaphrodite that forms courtship leks during breeding and is constantly on the move.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellowhead wrasse?
The Yellowhead wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly multicoloured and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Yellowhead wrasse live?
The Yellowhead wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Yellowhead wrasse get?
The Yellowhead wrasse grows to a maximum of about 19 cm.
Is the Yellowhead wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellowhead wrasse is harmless to humans.
Is the Yellowhead wrasse edible?
The Yellowhead wrasse is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Halichoeres
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