Pseudochromis aurulentus Gill & Randall, 1998
Yellowlip dottyback
Pseudochromis aurulentus
photo by Randall, J.E.

 Family:  Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks), subfamily: Pseudochrominae
 Max. size:  6.8 cm TL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  reef-associated; depth range 14 - 21 m
 Distribution:  Western Central Pacific.
 Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 3-3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 27-27; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 15-15. Description: Characterized by generally greyish brown color, sometimes yellowish on head; yellow lips; each scale of body with dark spot, forms longitudinal rows; pectoral-fin axil with dark spots or bar; anterior lateral line scales 27-32; predorsal scales 21-26; depth of body 27.8-29.7 % of SL (Ref. 90102).
 Biology:  Found in reef crevices and under rock outcrops in 14-21 m (Ref 90102).
 IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated  (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
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 Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 15.03.02
 Modified by: Valdestamon, Roxanne Rei - 22.07.13

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