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Xyrichtys blanchardi (Cadenat & Marchal, 1963) Marmalade Razorfish |
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photo by
Wirtz, P. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Xyrichtyinae | |||
| Max. size: | 21.2 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 35 - 40 m | |||
| Distribution: | Southeast Atlantic: Ascension Island and St. Helena. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits areas with sandy bottoms (Ref. 5292) or rubble; juveniles often at less than 15 m depth, adults usually in deeper water (Ref. 86997). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 03 March 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||