The Cortez Rainbow Wrasse is a colorful fish with a slender body and vibrant patterns of green, blue, and pink. A memorable fact is that it is known for its playful behavior and can often be seen darting around coral reefs.
Habitat
Found in rocky and coral reef environments in the eastern Pacific.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and algae.
How common
Uncommon
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