What is another word for Genus Thalassoma?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs θˌalɐsˈə͡ʊmə] (IPA) 
Genus Thalassoma is a group of marine fish commonly known as wrasse. Wrasse are a diverse family of fish, displaying a variety of colors, patterns, and shapes. Some of the synonyms associated with the Genus Thalassoma include rainbow wrasse, parrotfish, hogfish, and razorfish. A number of species of wrasse are found throughout the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, inhabiting a range of marine habitats from coral reefs to rocky shorelines. These fish play an important role in the marine ecosystem, serving as both predator and prey and contributing to the balance of the food chain.
