Labridae Labridae

Labridae - Definition and Overview

Labridae
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Actinopterygii
Order:Perciformes
Suborder:Labroidei
Family:Labridae
Genera
(60 genera)


The wrasses are a family (family Labridae) of reef safe marine fish, many of which are brightly-colored and popular for aquaria. The family is large and diverse, with about 500 species in 60 genera.

Wrasses have protractile mouths, usually with separate jaw teeth that jut outwards. The dorsal fin has 8-21 spines and 6-21 soft rays, usually running most of the length of the back.

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