Fishing for False cleanerfish

Aspidontus taeniatus

The false cleanerfish is a small marine species found in coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific. It reaches up to 5 inches in length and weighs around 0.1 pounds. Resembling cleaner wrasses, it mimics their behavior to approach unsuspecting fish, from which it nips scales and mucus. Its slender body and distinctive coloration aid in this deceptive strategy. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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