Centrolabrus
Centrolabrus is a genus of wrasses, marine fish belonging to the family Labridae. They are commonly known as conger wrasses, and are found in the eastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, and the Black Sea. They are typically small fish, reaching lengths of up to 40 centimeters.
Characteristics
Conger wrasses have elongated, compressed bodies with a distinctive lateral line. They possess a single dorsal fin that extends from the head to the tail, and a separate anal fin located near the tail. Their coloration varies depending on species, but generally includes shades of red, orange, brown, and green.
Environment
Centrolabrus species are found in a variety of marine habitats, including rocky reefs, kelp forests, and sandy bottoms. They are typically found at depths ranging from the intertidal zone to several hundred meters. Conger wrasses are carnivores, primarily feeding on crustaceans, mollusks, and other small fish.
Species
The genus Centrolabrus includes the following species:
- Centrolabrus exoletus (Linnaeus, 1758) - Conger wrasse
- Centrolabrus lumpenus (Linnaeus, 1758) - Lumpfish wrasse
- Centrolabrus trutta (Linnaeus, 1758) - Rock wrasse
- Centrolabrus melanocercus (Risso, 1810) - Blacktail conger wrasse
- Centrolabrus multimaculatus (Moreau, 1881) - Spotted conger wrasse
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