Thalassoma genivittatum (Valenciennes, 1839)
Red-cheek wrasse
Thalassoma genivittatum
photo by Randall, J.E.

 Family:  Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Corinae
 Max. size:  20 cm TL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  reef-associated; depth range - 0 m
 Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Mauritius and Natal, South Africa.
 Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 8-8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-13; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 11-11
 Biology:  Usually found in small groups in rocky reefs with little coral cover (Ref. 9710).
 IUCN Red List Status:   (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
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 Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 23.12.96
 Modified by: Reyes, Rodolfo B. - 15.07.13

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