Canary wrasse

Labre canari

Scientific name : Halichoeres chrysus

Family : Labridae (wrasses, napoleons… 559 species)
Size : Up to 12 cm
Distribution : Tropical Pacific

Biology : The canary wrasse is a very active fish, spending its time pecking at microfauna.
At nightfall, it burrows into the sand to protect itself from predators.

IUCN status : Least concern