Английская Википедия:Halichoeres burekae
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Halichoeres burekae, the Mardi Gras wrasse, is a species of wrasse native to the Gulf of Mexico. The species was first described from the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary,[1] in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico, but has since been recorded in other areas of the southern Gulf of Mexico.[2] Because it is a small species that feeds on plankton in the water column, it is likely a preferred prey for invasive Lionfish.[3] It also has a very restricted range, and corresponding relatively small population, what resulted in this species being listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List.[4]
Etymology
The fish is named in honor of Joyce Burek.[5]
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