Fivestripe wrasse
A species of Thalassoma, Also known as Five striped surge wrasse Scientific name : Thalassoma quinquevittatum Genus : Thalassoma
Fivestripe wrasse, A species of Thalassoma
Also known as:
Five striped surge wrasse
Botanical name: Thalassoma quinquevittatum
Genus: Thalassoma
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Description
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Description
Thalassoma quinquevittatum can reach 17 cm (6.7 in) in total length. These colorful reef fishes have a complex and quite variable color pattern. The basic color of the body is green with longitudinal red or purple stripes, while the head shows various curved purplish lines and spots. Males change their color during courtship and while they defend their territory. These fishes sometimes interbreed with Thalassoma duperrey. The fivestripe wrasse can be found in the aquarium trade.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Fish Order
Perch-like fish Family
Wrasses Genus
Thalassoma Species
Fivestripe wrasse 
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