Ornate Wrasse
Thalassoma pavo
Sighting evidence at Aquarium Bay (Bodrum), Bodrum
Ornate wrasse are among the most visually striking fish on the Turkish Aegean reef and Aquarium Bay hosts them in exceptional abundance due to the site's protected, calm conditions. Males display vivid turquoise, green, and orange markings and are highly territorial around their spawning territories on the rocky reef sections. Their constant motion and bold colouration make them an unmissable feature of every dive at this site.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Ornate Wrasse is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.