Description
Also known as the Hoeven's Wrasse or Tail-Spot Wrasse, the Melanurus Wrasse is a colorful and active reef fish featuring a green to turquoise body with intricate blue horizontal lines, a yellow-orange dorsal area, and a distinctive black spot outlined in blue near the tail. It is valued for both its beauty and its ability to control common reef pests.
Lighting
Moderate to strong lighting
Placement (Aquarium Zone)
Mid to lower reef
Requires plenty of live rock for foraging and a sandbed for sleeping and hiding.
Temperature
24–27°C (75–81°F)
Salinity
1.023–1.026 SG
pH
8.1–8.4
Alkalinity
8–10 dKH
Diet
Carnivore
Foods:
Mysis shrimp
Brine shrimp
Copepods
Chopped seafood
High-quality marine pellets
Frozen carnivore foods
Adult Size (up to)
13 cm (5 inches)
Care Level
Beginner to Intermediate
