Crimson Cleaner Wrasse

The Crimson Cleaner Wrasse is a small, vibrant wrasse found in Indo-Pacific coral reef environments. Its striking crimson coloration makes it conspicuous as it works along the reef, picking parasites and dead skin from larger fish—a behaviour that defines its ecological role. These wrasses are typically encountered in small groups around coral heads and rocky outcrops at moderate reef depths, where their cleaning services are in high demand.