mardi gras wrasse (halichoeres burekae) in Burek's Wrasse inhabits coral reefs and rocky outcrops in warm tropical waters.
endangered

mardi gras wrasse

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halichoeres burekaeESA Categories -fish
  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    mardi gras wrasse

  • Regions

    MexicoUnited States of America, United StatesAustralia

  • Population

    The population of Burek's Wrasse is estimated to be stable but declining in certain regions.

  • Habitat

    Burek's Wrasse inhabits coral reefs and rocky outcrops in warm tropical waters.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.5, and 5

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