The Allen's tubelip (Labropsis alleni) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
Allen's tubelip is a small wrasse (Labridae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has an elongate body with thick, tube-like lips. Juveniles clean parasites from other fish; adults feed mainly on coral polyps and mucus. As a reef-dweller it lives on coral-rich slopes. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Allen's tubelip?
The Allen's tubelip has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Allen's tubelip live?
The Allen's tubelip lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Allen's tubelip get?
The Allen's tubelip grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Allen's tubelip dangerous to humans?
No, the Allen's tubelip is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Labropsis
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