Kingdom Animalia Order Perciformes Genus Cirrhilabrus Higher classification Cirrhilabrus | Phylum Chordata Family Labridae Scientific name Cirrhilabrus lineatus Rank Species | |
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Similar Cirrhilabrus, Wrasse, Laboute's wrasse, Scotts' wrasse, Rhomboid wrasse | ||
The purple-lined wrasse, Cirrhilabrus lineatus, is a species of wrasse native to coral reefs of New Caledonia and Australia, where it can be found at depths from 20 to 55 m (66 to 180 ft). This species can reach a total length of 12 cm (4.7 in). It can be found in the aquarium trade.
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