Species FishRed Sea Bird Wrasse

Red Sea Bird Wrasse

Gomphosus klunzingeri

UncommonFish
Illustration of Red Sea Bird Wrasse (Gomphosus klunzingeri)

This species features a long, slender body with a distinctive beak-like mouth and bright colors, especially in males. A memorable trait is its ability to change sex from female to male.

Habitat
Inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas.
Diet
Carnivorous, feeding on small invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon

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