Redspot WrasseStethojulis bandanensis
(Other names Redshoulder Wrasse)
Redspot Wrasse (Stethojulis bandanensis) This small wrasse can be usually found in shallow water. Males have a pronounced red patch just above the pectoral fin. The top of the body is green with thin blue streaked lines running from across the head down to the tail. A yellow patch can be found under the eye and the body colour below the mid point is pale to white. Size: 16cm in length (maximum) Diet: Benthic Crustaceans & Planktonic Crustaceans |
VIDEO: Kieren Curry
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| Photos Left: John Natoli Centre: John Natoli Right: Ian Banks |