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Sunrise Wrasse / hinalea
Scientific name: Bodianus sanguineus Hawaiian Name: hinalea Classification: Phylum: Chordata. Class: Pisces. Family: Labridae Origin: Native. Status: Uncommon. Distribution: All islands. Map: — Also known as the neon wrasse, this colorful fish is relatively rare, but occurs throughout the islands at depths between 100 and 500 feet. It can reach a maximum length of about 7 inches and is known to feed on hermit crabs, sea urchins, and brittle stars. |
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