Fish Database - Species Details

Slingjaw Wrasse

Epibulus insidiator

Slingjaw Wrasse - Epibulus insidiator

1. Male

Photographer: Dave Cullen

Slingjaw Wrasse - Epibulus insidiator

2. Female

Photographer: Dave Cullen

Slingjaw Wrasse - Epibulus insidiator

3. Young Female

Photographer: Gar Cullen

Slingjaw Wrasse - Epibulus insidiator

4. Male Extending Snout

Photographer: Dave Cullen


Length

38cm

Habitat

Coral-rich areas of lagoons and seaward reefs.

Behaviour

Uses the long tubular mouth to probe for shrimps, crabs and fish.

Depth


Min4m
Max40m

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