Ring wrasse [Kuhnia coronata]
Description
The ring wrasse, or Kuhnia coronata, is a species of wrasse endemic to the waters of the Eastern Pacific, from Baja California to Peru. The species is known for its slender body and bright coloration, with a distinctive 'ring' or 'crown' pattern on the head. The ring wrasse is typically found in shallow waters, particularly in rocky or coral reefs. It feeds mainly on small invertebrates, and is known to be highly territorial.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
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|---|---|
| Class |
Monogenea
Monogenea
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| Order |
Polyopisthocotylea
Polyopisthocotylea
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| Family |
Mazocraeidae
Mazocraeidae
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| Genus |
Kuhnia
Kuhnia
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