{"product_id":"harlequin-tuskfish-choerodon-faciatus","title":"Harlequin Tuskfish (Choerodon faciatus)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69669d38-b160-832b-93c3-fa1d888e285b-4\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69669d38-b160-832b-93c3-fa1d888e285b-4\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69669d38-b160-832b-93c3-fa1d888e285b-4\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-184\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f5b34f70-17c2-4c96-838b-872b309287d7\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"642\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eChoerodon fasciatus\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eAustralian Harlequin Tuskfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most iconic and visually commanding wrasse species in the marine aquarium world. Australian specimens are especially prized for their intense coloration, displaying vivid electric-blue striping layered over a fiery orange body, accented by neon blue facial markings and brilliant sapphire edging along the fins. Combined with its oversized cobalt-blue dentition and confident swimming behavior, the species delivers an unmistakable presence in high-end marine systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eCollected from the pristine reef environments of Australia, these specimens are widely regarded as superior to Indonesian counterparts due to their richer coloration, cleaner pattern definition, and generally more robust condition upon import. Mature individuals develop exceptional saturation and contrast, making large Australian specimens particularly sought after among serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eUnlike many ornamental wrasses, the Australian Harlequin Tuskfish combines beauty with personality. Intelligent, bold, and highly interactive, it quickly becomes a centerpiece fish that dominates attention within predator and luxury fish-only systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003ePremium specimens are defined by deep orange saturation, crisp electric-blue striping, thick body mass, uninterrupted finnage, and strong feeding response. Large, flawless Australian imports command significant collector interest due to their visual intensity and relative scarcity in top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eCollector’s Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eAustralian \u003cem data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eChoerodon fasciatus\u003c\/em\u003e specimens are considered the definitive expression of the species, prized for their superior coloration and condition compared to other regional variants. Fully acclimated adults with rich saturation and clean finnage are regarded as cornerstone fish within elite predator collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2884\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; strong lighting enhances blue striping and overall saturation\u003cbr data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; thrives in well-oxygenated environments with stable water movement\u003cbr data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active swimmer occupying lower to mid-level areas with rockwork and open swimming space\u003cbr data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2251\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F (24–27°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0265 SG (35 PPT)\u003cbr data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 dKH\u003cbr data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivorous; requires a varied diet including shrimp, clams, squid, and other meaty marine foods\u003cbr data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2476\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive; generally confident and assertive but manageable with appropriate tank mates\u003cbr data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 30 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate – hardy once acclimated and well suited for mature marine systems\u003cbr data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fully reef-safe; may consume crustaceans, snails, and other mobile invertebrates but generally compatible with larger fish in predator or mixed fish-only systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48813071302913,"sku":null,"price":4200.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-18at18.01BackgroundRemoved.44.png?v=1779112930","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/harlequin-tuskfish-choerodon-faciatus","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}