Labropsis alleni.
The Labropsis alleni, also known as Allen's wrasse or Allen's tubelip wrasse, is a small marine fish belonging to the family Labridae, the wrasses.
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Habitat: Found in the Indo-Pacific region, including Indonesia, Philippines, New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Palau, and Marshall Islands.
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Environment: Lives in coral reefs, lagoons, and seaward reefs, typically in areas with dense coral growth and on steep slopes. They are found at depths ranging from 4 to 52 meters.
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Diet: Believed to feed primarily on coral polyps. Juveniles may also clean parasites from other fish.
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Size: Relatively small, reaching a maximum length of around 10 cm.
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Aquarium care: Not commonly kept in aquariums due to their specific dietary needs.
