Species FishChristmas Wrasse

Christmas Wrasse

Thalassoma trilobatum

CommonFish
Illustration of Christmas Wrasse (Thalassoma trilobatum)

The Christmas Wrasse is a colorful fish adorned with bright green, red, and blue hues. They are known for their playful behavior and can often be seen darting around reefs.

Habitat
Inhabits coral reefs and lagoons.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and crustaceans.
How common
Common

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