Labriformes
Labriformes is a suborder of ray-finned fish that includes the wrasse, parrotfish, corkwing, and tautog families. These fish are known for their distinctive labrum, or upper jaw, which is fused with the skull and allows for powerful suction feeding. Labriformes are found in a variety of marine habitats and have diverse feeding habits, making them an important part of many aquatic ecosystems.
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"Cirrhilabrus wakanda - The Vibranium Fairy Wrasse" by Luiz Rocha © California Academy of Sciences is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
