About Halichoeres nebulosus (Valenciennes, 1839)
Scientific Classification
The nebulous wrasse, scientifically named Halichoeres nebulosus (Valenciennes, 1839), is a species of wrasse that is native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean.
Habitat
Individuals of this species live in groups on reef flats, at depths between 1 metre and 40 metres, or 3.3 feet to 131.2 feet.
Diet
The nebulous wrasse feeds on fish eggs and a range of benthic invertebrates, which includes crabs, sea urchins, ophiuroids, polychaetes, sponges, and mollusks.
Coloration
The species has variable coloration, that can span from brown to dark green.
Size and Human Use
This wrasse can grow to a maximum total length of 12 centimetres, or 4.7 inches, and it is sold in the aquarium trade.
