Iniistius baldwini (Jordan & Evermann, 1903) Baldwin's razorfish |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Xyrichtyinae | |||
Max. size: | 20.4 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthopelagic; marine; depth range 10 - 132 m | |||
Distribution: | Western Central Pacific: Hawaii and Papua New Guinea (D'Entrecasteaux, New Britain). | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Inhabits sandy open areas near reefs (Ref. 90102). Benthic and benthopelagic (Ref. 58302). Dives into sand to sleep safely at night or to hide when alarmed (Ref. 90102). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 25 March 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |