Peacock Wrasse and Similar Species
Thalassoma pavo
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Five-spotted Wrasse
Symphodus roissali
Key differences: Thalassoma pavo lacks the five distinct black spots along the lateral line that are characteristic of Symphodus roissali. Symphodus roissali also generally has a more compressed body and different fin coloration.
Green Wrasse
Labrus viridis
Key differences: Labrus viridis is typically larger and has a more robust body. While also green, it lacks the distinct red head and intricate facial patterns of the Terminal Phase Peacock Wrasse. Its dorsal fin is also more uniform in height.
Mediterranean Rainbow Wrasse
Coris julis
Key differences: Coris julis has a more slender body and a more pointed snout. Males of Coris julis have a prominent orange-red zigzag stripe along the lateral line, which is absent in Thalassoma pavo. The caudal fin of Coris julis is also more deeply forked.
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