green wrasse
| Scientific name | Labrus viridis |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category (World) | VU |
| Family | Labridae |
| Genus | Labrus |
Introduction
Labrus viridis, commonly known as green wrasse, is a salt water fish.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Type
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Average size35 cm
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Maximum size55 cm
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Longevity20 year
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Patterntasks
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Type
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Average size35 cm
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Maximum size55 cm
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Longevity20 year
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Patterntasks
How to recognize the green wrasse ?
The green wrasse measures around 35 cm. The dominant males can however reach 55 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly rouge and marron body. The also has blanc tasks.
Sexual dimorphism
The adult male is bigger than the female.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Male sociabilitysolitary
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Female sociabilityliving in a group or alone
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The green wrasse is a fish solitary naturally found near the rocks. This species is carnivorous .
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, the green wrasse has little concern for non-territorial animals. In a constant quest for dominance, the dominant males of this species cannot stand each other. The battle between two individuals can be intense and violent. It will result in the submission and sometimes even death of one of the protagonists.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert
The green wrasse is a fish ovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth2 - 50 m
Biotope presentation
The green wrasse is most often found at a depth between 2m and 50m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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