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Slingjaw Wrasse

Epibulus insidiator

Taxonomy

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

About

The slingjaw wrasse, Epibulus insidiator, is a species of wrasse native to the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea and the African coast to the Tuamotus and Hawaii, and from the southern waters of Japan to New Caledonia. This species can be found on coral reefs at depths from 1 to 42 m (3.3 to 137.8 ft). The jaws of this species can swing out to form a long tube when opened (up to half...

Frequently Asked Questions

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