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Bluestriped Fangblenny

Plagiotremus rhinorhynchos

Description:

This is the orange variation of Bluestriped Fangblenny - Plagiotremus rhinorhynchos. Its orange with pair of neon-blue to white stripes from snout to tail. The other variation is the dark variation, variable from black to dark orange. The juveniles mimics Cleaner Wrasse. Feed on skin and scales of other fishes, which they aggressively attacks. Occasionally bite divers.

Habitat:

Tropical reef

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AlbertKang
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AlbertKang

Kaafu, Maldives

Spotted on Mar 15, 2018
Submitted on Apr 22, 2018

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