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Moon Wrasse

Thalassoma lunare

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Labriformes ›Family: Labridae ›Genus: Thalassoma

About

The moon wrasse (also known as crescent wrasse) (Thalassoma lunare) is a species of wrasse native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. It is an inhabitant of coral reefs and surrounding areas at depths from 1 to 20 m (3.3 to 65.6 ft). Moon wrasses are carnivorous and tend to prey on fish eggs and small sea-floor dwelling invertebrates. This species can reach 45 cm (18 in) in total length. It is of minor importance to local...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Moon Wrasse?
The scientific name of Moon Wrasse is Thalassoma lunare.
What is the conservation status of Moon Wrasse?
The Moon Wrasse has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Moon Wrasse belong to?
Moon Wrasse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Moon Wrasse belong to?
Moon Wrasse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Moon Wrasse belong to?
Moon Wrasse belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Moon Wrasse belong to?
Moon Wrasse belongs to the order Labriformes.
What family does Moon Wrasse belong to?
Moon Wrasse belongs to the family Labridae.
What genus does Moon Wrasse belong to?
Moon Wrasse belongs to the genus Thalassoma.