Banded Wrasse
NameBanded Wrasse
Scientific NameHalichoeres notospilus
Common NamesBanded Wrasse, Brown-banded Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific, Eastern Indian Ocean
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish, Larger Damselfish, Other Wrasses (of different species), Hawkfish
Description
The Banded Wrasse is an active and hardy saltwater fish characterized by its distinctive dark vertical bands on a lighter brown or tan body. It requires a mature aquarium with a deep sand bed for burrowing at night or when startled. This species is an excellent hunter of small invertebrates, making it a good pest controller but also a potential threat to desirable tank inhabitants.
