[Image]Scientific Name: Halichoeres melanochir Family: Wrasses - Labridae Maximum Size: 10cm Identification: IP - Purple with black spots and black scale margins on side; prominent black spot covering pectoral fin base. TP - Similar, but with yellow tail fin. Favourite: Solitary or in pairs or small groups. Hide-out: Sand and rubble fringe of coral reefs in 5-25m. Location: Asian Pacific - Indonesia and Philippines. Taiwan to W. Australia.
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