Species FishBlue-headed Wrasse

Blue-headed Wrasse

Thalassoma amblycephalum

CommonFish
Illustration of Blue-headed Wrasse (Thalassoma amblycephalum)

The Blue-headed Wrasse is recognized by its striking blue head and green body. A memorable fact is that it is often seen cleaning parasites off larger fish.

Habitat
Commonly found in coral reefs and lagoons.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and zooplankton.
How common
Common

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