Mutant wrasse

The mutant wrasse (Cirrhilabrus apterygia), also known as Connie's wrasse,^[2] is a species of wrasse only known to occur in Australia's Rowley Shoals at depths from 30 to 40 m (100 to 130 ft). This species grows to a total length of 8 cm (3.1 in). This species is sometimes classified in the monotypic genus Conniella.^[3][1] This unusual wrasse lacks pelvic fins and the males have a long, pointed tail.^[2]

Mutant wrasse
Conservation status
Vulnerable  (IUCN 3.1)[1]
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Actinopterygii
Order:	Labriformes
Family:	Labridae
Genus:	Cirrhilabrus
Species:	C. apterygia
Binomial name
Cirrhilabrus apterygia (G. R. Allen, 1983)
Synonyms
Conniella apterygia