MARDI GRAS LIVES!

Yesterday may have marked the end of Mardi Gras, but the Mardi Gras Wrasse swims on. This species of coral reef wrasse was nicknamed the "Mardi Gras wrasse" due to the bright purple, yellow and green coloration of the terminal male phase. As is typical of wrasses, the juvenile and non-terminal phases of this species are a completely different color. As seen in the photo, above, they are red with a white stripe running from nose to tail. Learn more about the Mardi Gras Wrasse from the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary. Photo via Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary.