Rockmover Wrasse
Rockmover Wrasse

Rockmover Wrasse

Novaculichthys taeniourus

Gets its name from flipping small rocks and rubble to expose hidden prey; juveniles mimic drifting weed and are called 'dragon wrasse'.

Depth range
3–25 m / 10–82 ft
Conservation status
Least Concern

Reef Fish · Wrasses

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