Fishing for Allen's tubelip

Labropsis alleni

Allen's tubelip is a small reef fish found in the Indo-Pacific region. It has a slender body, reaching up to 4 inches in length and weighing around 0.2 pounds. Its distinctive tubular lips are adapted for feeding on coral mucus. Preferring shallow coral reefs, it exhibits solitary behavior and is known for its vibrant coloration and agile swimming. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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