Doratonotus megalepis

Doratonotus megalepis-Dwarf Wrasse
Doratonotus megalepis-Dwarf Wrasse-Outer Banks North Caorlina.
Photo credit: Tucker Caldwell
FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
LabridaeDoratonotus megalepisGunther1862Dwarf Wrasse

Unique Characteristics: Dorsal-fin spines 8 or 9. Lateral line interrupted posteriorly, rear portion a separate midlateral segment on caudal peduncle. Posterior canine present. Snout pointed. Side of head below and behind eye largely covered with scales. Color mostly green.

Doratonotus megalepis, Dwarf Wrasse. Source: FAO 2002.
Doratonotus megalepis, Dwarf Wrasse. Source: FAO 2002.

Similar Species: None