| Family: |
Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Cheilininae |
| Max. size: |
5.57 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 50 - 70 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific: Philippines. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 11-11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-9; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 9-9. This moderately elongated species is distinguished by the following characters: live colouration with the upper part of nape dusky red; dorsal and anal fin bright red with dusky markings; pelvic fins bright red, dusky, and unmarked; caudal fin bright yellow basally with distal half bright red (Ref. 116593). |
| Biology: |
This species apparently inhabits steep slopes comprised mostly of volcanic rubble (Ref. 116593). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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