The yellowhead wrasse is a small sized fish that can reach a maximum length of 19 cm. Both its sex and appearance change during its … Näytä lisää

The yellowhead wrasse is widespread throughout the tropical and subtropical waters of the western Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico south to the north coast of Venezuela.
The yellowhead wrasse is common on coral and sandy … Näytä lisää

It is targeted for the aquarium trade, but it is not thought to be a major threat. This species is listed as least Concern (LC) on the Näytä lisää

The yellowhead wrasse is a predator that feeds mainly on small invertebrates such as crustaceans, molluscs, worms and echinoderms captured on the substrate or in the sand. Its prominent teeth help it to grasp crustaceans and to lever prey items off rocks. During … Näytä lisää

• Photos of Yellowhead wrasse on Sealife Collection Näytä lisää