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A large Red Sea wrasse with a frayed, broom-like tail and a body of mottled green and orange flecked with small spots and yellow patches near the gills. A robust reef predator that crunches molluscs, crabs and urchins with strong jaws.
Coral reefs, seagrass beds and rubble zones in lagoons and slopes
Shallow reef and seagrass flats in calm clear water
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Medium outfit with a and a strong, sharp hook.
A fresh crab fished on the is the reliable choice.
Eating & safety
Handle with care around the spines; otherwise harmless.
Stung or poisoned? First-aid steps →Best conditions: Shallow reef and seagrass flats in calm clear water
It is a near-endemic of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, rarely seen elsewhere.