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African Coris
Coris cuvieri
Southern Maori Wrasse (juvenile)
Ophthalmolepis lineolata
- Max size
- View in app
- Max depth
- 60 m
- Found in
- 4 regions
How to recognise it
- Colours
- whiteblackbrowngreyyellowbluered
- Body shape
- Standard
- Family
- Labridae
Ophthalmolepis lineolata, the southern Maori wrasse, is a species of wrasse endemic to the Indian Ocean coastal waters of Australia. This species has been found at a minimum depth of 60 m (200 ft). This species grows to 40 cm (16 in) in total length. This species is the only known member of its genus.
Similar species
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Asian Sheepshead Wrasse
Bodianus reticulatus
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Ballan Wrasse
Labrus bergylta
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Blackbar Hogfish
Bodianus speciosus
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Blackear Wrasse
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Black-finned Pigfish
Bodianus loxozonus
Questions
Is Southern Maori Wrasse (juvenile) dangerous?
Southern Maori Wrasse (juvenile) has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
Where can you find Southern Maori Wrasse (juvenile)?
Australia SouthAustralia EastAustralia WestAustralia
How deep does Southern Maori Wrasse (juvenile) live?
Southern Maori Wrasse (juvenile) can be found at depths of up to 60 meters.
