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island of Lord Howe is truly unique, with diverse
and endemic plant and marine life. Located in the South Pacific
Ocean, approximately 400 miles (644 km) east of the Australian
continent, the seven-mile (6 km) long island is part of the State
of New South Wales. Fewer than 700 residents and visitors inhabit
this pest-free paradise, which is surrounded by the world's southernmost
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Spectacled angelfish
The Spectacled angelfish (Chaetodontoplus
conspicillatus) can be recognized by its striking
coloration. The common name is derived from their blue
"spectacles." This omnivorous fish likes to eat
algae, sponges, mysids, brine shrimp, crustaceans and
clams. Adults grow to 10 inches (25 cm) in length.
The Spectacled angelfish is one of the most highly prized
species in the aquarium trade.
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Comb wrasse
The long, thin Comb wrasse (Coris picta)
is named for the black stripe along the upper body. The
serrated bottom portion of the stripe is said to resemble
a comb. Adults can grow to 9 inches (22 cm) in length.
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Painted goldie
Painted goldies (Anthias pictilis)
are members of the Anthias family and like most small
fish, they group in large schools for protection. These
fish often live in "harems", with one dominant
male and several females. Females are known to change
sex in the absence of a male.
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Sunset wrasse
The Sunset wrasse (Thalassoma lutescens)
bears the beautiful colors of a tropical sunset. Reaching
10-12 inches (25-30 cm) in length, they feed mainly on
crabs, shrimps, bivalves, brittle stars and sea urchins.
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