Wrasse Collection

Portrait of Ballan wrasse (Labrus bergylta), St Abbs (St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve), Berwickshire, Scotland, UK, October 2011

Animalia Aqvatilia et Cochiliata (Aqva): Plate XXV, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Aqvatilia et Cochiliata (Aqva): Plate XXV, c. 1575/1580

Bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) cleans among the sharp teeth of a predatory roving coral grouper (Plectropomus pessuliferus) beneath an overhang on a coral reef

Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) being cleaned by a bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) at Monad Shoal off Malapascua Island, Philippines

Bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) sticking its head into the mouth of a Red Sea fusilier (Caesio lunaris) during a cleaning session. Small Crack, Sha ab Mahmud, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Cuckoo wrasse {Labrus mixtus / bicamulatus} male, Channel Islands, UK

Bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) just swimming out of mouth of Oblique / Diagonal banded sweetlips (Plectorhinchus lineatus) whilst cleaning / feeding, New Caledonia. Pacific Ocean

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Napoleonfish or Humpback Wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus), Blue Corner, Palau, Micronesia

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Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) cleaning a Yellow-edged Moray (Gymnothorax flavimarginatus), Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

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Creole wrasse (Clepticus Parra), Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean

Ornate wrasse (Thalassoma pavo) shoal, Deserta Grande, Desertas Islands, Madeira, Portugal, August 2009

Ballan wrasse (Labrus bergylta), Porthkerris cove, Cornwall, England, UK, June

Harlequin sweetlips (Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides) with cleaning Bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) and Bicolour cleaner wrasse (Labroides bicolor) South Atoll, Tubbataha Atolls

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Humphead Wrasse
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Parrotfish & Wrasse, scuba diving at Richelieu Rock, Mu Koh Surin National Marine Park, just North of Similan Islands, Thailand, SE Asia Date: 12/05/2005

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Indonesia, Papua, Cenderawasih Bay. Close-up of colorful wrasse fish. Date: 29/10/2009

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Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Strait. Close-up of colorful wrasse fish. Date: 29/10/2009

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Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. A cleaner fish at the mouth of a sweetlip fish. Date: 21/05/2009

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Lined sweetlip fish is being cleaned by red- fin wrasse, Raja Ampat Islands, Irian Jaya, West Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Surgeonfish, Raja Ampat Islands, Irian Jaya, West Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Close-up of colorful wrasse (Labridae), Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Close-up of colorful wrasse (Labridae), Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

Close-up of angelfish (Pterophyllum), Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Indonesia, Raja Ampat. Cleaner wrasse fish on coral reef. Date: 19/05/2006

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of parrotfish swimming near sea bottom. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Komodo National Park. Adult angelfish being cleaned by small fish. Date: 11/02/2005

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Black Wrasse by Hydroids - Emerald dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Black Wrasse by Hydroids - Emerald dive site, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean

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Redfin Hogfish - with fish school and wreck in background - Liberty Wreck dive site, Tulamben, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia

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Emperor Angelfish - being cleaned by a Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse, Labroides dimidiatus - Pantai Lahar dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 09-Nov-19

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Scissortail Fusilier being cleaned by a Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse, Labroides dimidiatus - Liberty Wreck dive site, Tulamben, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 09-Nov-19

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Carpenter's Flasherwrasse - Sedam dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 07-Nov-19

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Juvenile Canary Wrasse - Bulakan dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 07-Nov-19

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Juvenile Canary Wrasse - Bulakan dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 07-Nov-19

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Wrasse - juvenile - Fantasea dive site, Misool, Raja Ampat, Indonesia Date: 24-Jul-19

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Checkerboard Wrasse - Juvenile - Dili Rock West dive site, Dili, East Timor (Timor Leste) Date: 25-Feb-19

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Ornate Wrasse - Dili Rock East dive site, Dili, East Timor (Timor Leste) Date: 25-Feb-19

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Orange-dotted tuskfish, Choerodon anchorago, taking a small bivalve (shell) in the mouth. They use to breack this mollusk shells on hard corals

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Male Birdnose Wrasse - Sahaung Pinnacle dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

Fishes
LLM462370 Fishes by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishes. Illustration for Cassells Natural History (1884).); © Look and Learn

Rainbow wrasse, argus wrasse, brown meagre, and shi drum
Rainbow wrasse, Coris julis 30, argus wrasse, Halichoeres argus 31, brown meagre, Sciaena umbra 32 and shi drum, Umbrina cirrosa 33

Squirrelfish, five-lined snapper, Torroto
Squirrelfish, Holocentrus adscensionis 22, five-lined snapper, Lutjanus quinquelineatus 23, Torroto grunt, Genyatremus luteus 24 and pointed snout wrasse, Symphodus rostratus 25

Damsel fish, ringtail pike cichlid and redbreasted wrasse
Damsel fish, Sparus chromis, ringtail pike cichlid, Crenicichla saxatilis, and redbreasted wrasse, Cheilinus fasciatus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Plee Sr

Ballan wrasse, cuckoo wrasse and Brazilian wrasse
Ballan wrasse, Labrus bergylta, cuckoo wrasse, Labrus mixtus, and Brazilian wrasse, Halichoeres brasiliensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by David after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre

Mediterranean rainbow wrasse, Coris julis (Indented-striped wrasse, Labrus julis). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

East Atlantic peacock wrasse, Symphodus tinca (Ancient wrasse or old wife, Labrus tinca). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Corkwing wrasse, Symphodus melops (Goldfinny, Labrus cornubius). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Cuckoo wrasse, Labrus mixtus (Striped wrasse, Labrus variegatus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

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Wrasse, a fascinating group of aquatic creatures that never cease to amaze us with their vibrant colors and unique behaviors. From the majestic Humphead Wrasse to the industrious Bluestreak cleaner wrasse, these fish have carved a special place in the underwater world. Imagine a Bluestreak cleaner wrasse fearlessly maneuvering among the sharp teeth of a Pelagic thresher shark, diligently cleaning away any parasites or dead skin. It's an incredible sight that showcases the symbiotic relationship between these two species. In another astonishing display of bravery, a Bluestreak cleaner wrasse sticks its head into the mouth of an unsuspecting predator. This fearless act is not only beneficial for both parties involved but also highlights the intelligence and adaptability of these bony-bodied swimmers. Venturing into different corners of our planet, we find the Cuckoo wrasse showcasing its mesmerizing colors off the coast of Channel Islands in the UK. Its vibrant hues create a striking contrast against its surroundings, making it truly stand out amongst other marine life. Meanwhile, as an Oblique passes by, we witness a Bluestreak cleaner wrasse swimming out from inside its mouth. This peculiar behavior demonstrates how these little cleaners are always on duty, ready to provide their services whenever needed. Traveling across Asia and beyond, we encounter various species like Anthozoa and Clepticus thriving in their aquatic habitats. These animals add diversity to our oceans' ecosystems while captivating us with their graceful movements and stunning appearances. The Ornate wrasse forms shoals near Deserta Grande in Madeira's Desertas Islands—a breathtaking spectacle that showcases nature's beauty at its finest. Their synchronized movements create waves of color beneath crystal-clear waters—an awe-inspiring sight for any observer lucky enough to witness it firsthand. Closer to home in Cornwall England's Porthkerris cove lies Ballan Wrasse—their presence brings life and vibrancy to the underwater landscape.