Bird wrasse
Gomphosus varius
Where at Shedd?
Wild Reef
| Diet | Fish, crustaceans, brittle stars and mollusks |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 12 inches (30 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Indian and West-Central Pacific Oceans |
| Habitat | Coral-rich areas of lagoon and seaward reefs |
Did you know?
- The bird wrasse uses its extended snout to pick prey out of tiny reef holes and crevices.