Tripletail Maori Wrasse

Cheilinus trilobatus

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30 m

The tripletail wrasse (Cheilinus trilobatus) is a species of marine ray-finned fish from the family Labridae, the wrasses.

Description

It has a moderately deep body with a tri-lobed tail. Its body is green to brown with molted purple and red markings.there are 4 vertical dark stripes on its body. Its head has red spots and red lines radiating from its eye.

Habitat

It lives in lagoons and seaward reefs at depths of 1–30 metres (3 ft 3 in – 98 ft 5 in).

Diet

It eats shelled benthic invertebrates such as mollusks and crustaceans, but sometimes fish.

Colors

white

black

brown

grey

green

blue

red

Edible

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Habitat and Environment

Coral reef

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Social Behaviour

Couple

Solitary

Poisonous

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Danger to human

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Venomous

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Similar Species

Blackspot Pigfish Blackspot Tuskfish Blueside Wrasse (female) Blueside Wrasse (juvenile) Blueside Wrasse (male) Blue Tuskfish

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tripletail Maori Wrasse dangerous?

Tripletail Maori Wrasse is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.

Where can you find Tripletail Maori Wrasse?

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How deep does Tripletail Maori Wrasse live?

Tripletail Maori Wrasse can be found at depths of up to 30 meters.