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Life Cycle

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Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).
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Morphology

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Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Analspines: 3; Analsoft rays: 9
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Trophic Strategy

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A secretive species. Feeds on amphipods and other small invertebrates.
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Drina Sta. Iglesia
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Biology

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Mainly found in still coastal waters, where brittle corals grow high. Occurs in small groups that feed actively among the lower and dead parts of the corals with coralline algae. Easily overlooked because of its small size. Length to 6.5 cm, but usually much smaller (Ref. 48636). Always hides or stays close to its shelter (Ref. 90102). A secretive species. Feeds on amphipods and other small invertebrates. Rarely found in the aquarium trade.
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Importance

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fisheries: of no interest
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Pelvic-spot wrasse

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The pelvic-spot wrasse (Pseudocheilinops ataenia), also known as the midget wrasse or pink-streaked wrasse, is a species of wrasse native to tropical waters of the western Pacific Ocean. It can be found on coral reefs in areas with little wave action at depths from 5 to 15 m (16 to 49 ft). This species grows to 6.5 cm (2.6 in) in total length. Pseudocheilinops ataenia is the only known member of its genus.[2]

References

  1. ^ Bertoncini, A.; Stockwell, B. (2010). "Pseudocheilinops ataenia". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2010: e.T187594A8576891. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-4.RLTS.T187594A8576891.en. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  2. ^ Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.) (2013). "Pseudocheilinops ataenia" in FishBase. August 2013 version.
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Pelvic-spot wrasse: Brief Summary

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The pelvic-spot wrasse (Pseudocheilinops ataenia), also known as the midget wrasse or pink-streaked wrasse, is a species of wrasse native to tropical waters of the western Pacific Ocean. It can be found on coral reefs in areas with little wave action at depths from 5 to 15 m (16 to 49 ft). This species grows to 6.5 cm (2.6 in) in total length. Pseudocheilinops ataenia is the only known member of its genus.

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