Doderlein's Wrasse (Symphodus doderleini)

Doderlein's Wrasse, a reference photo — Photo: Etrusko25 · Public domain

Symphodus doderleini is a species of wrasse native to the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea through the Sea of Marmara. It can be found in beds of eelgrass at depths of from 2 to 40 m (6.6 to 131.2 ft), and can reach 10 cm (3.9 in) in standard length.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Doderlein's Wrasse being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Symphodus ocellatus
Coris julis
Pseudolabrus biserialis

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Labriformes
Family: Labridae
Genus: Symphodus
Species: Symphodus doderleini

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