Tropical Reefs

Pinstriped Wrasse - Initial Phase

Halichoeres melanurus

Location: Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Scientific Name: Halichoeres melanurus

Also known as: Tail-Spot Wrasse

Category: Wrasses

Size: Up to 4 in. (10 cm)

Depth: 6-50 ft. (2-15 m)

Distribution: Indonesia, Philippines, Micronesia, Great Barrier Reef, Fiji