Candystripe Wrasse

Scientific Name: Conniella apterygia
Family: Wrasses - Labridae
Maximum Size: 8cm
Identification: TP - White and red stripes; unique among wrasses in lacking ventral fins.
Favourite: Solitary or form groups of up to 10 individuals.
Hide-out: Rubble bottoms with scattered coral heads on outer reefs in 25-50m.
Location: Localized - Offshore reefs of N.W. Australia.