Where Does Corkwing Wrasse Live?
Symphodus melops
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Where to find Corkwing Wrasse
- Water type
- saltwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow coastal waters, from the intertidal zone down to about 30 meters (100 feet), though occasionally deeper.
- Environment
- Prefers rocky reefs, kelp forests, seagrass beds (e.g., Zostera marina), and areas with abundant algal growth. They seek shelter among rocks and vegetation.
- Geographic range
- Northeastern Atlantic Ocean, from Norway south to Morocco, including the British Isles, the North Sea, and the western Mediterranean Sea. Also found around the Canary Islands and Madeira.
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