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Juvenile Saddle Wrasse

Thalassoma duperrey

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Description:

The saddle wrasse, Thalassoma duperrey, is a species of wrasse native to the waters around the Hawaiian Islands and Johnston Island. They are found on reefs at depths from 5 to 25 m (16 to 82 ft). This species can reach 28 cm (11 in) in total length.

Habitat:

Coral reefs

Notes:

Saw these while snorkeling in waters off Maui Hawaii

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