Dusky Wrasse

Dusky Wrasse (Halichoeres marginatus), also known as the Speckled Rainbowfish or Splendid Rainbow Wrasse.

Biological Profile:

• Reproductive Strategy: undefined
• Habitat Depth Range: 1-30 meters
• Ecosystem: Reef-associated
• Maximum Size: 18 cm Total Length

Males of the species exhibit a greenish to brownish coloration, characterized by narrow blue stripes or rows of blue spots along their sides. They possess a broad yellow margin on the pectoral fin, accented with blue submarginal spots, and a distinctive greenish crescent-shaped band on the base of the tail.

Females display a brown hue with darker, narrow stripes along their sides, a pronounced black ocellus centrally located on the dorsal fin, and a greenish margin on the caudal fin. Juveniles, on the other hand, are predominantly blackish to dark brown with narrow white lateral stripes, accompanied by a bluish to black ocellus on the dorsal fin and white blotches adorning the back.