Blackback Wrasse
NameBlackback Wrasse
Scientific NameAnampses meleagrides
Common NamesBlackback Wrasse, Spotted Wrasse, Yellowtail Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)8.7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish, Hawkfish, Large Damselfish, Triggerfish (cautiously), Other robust, non-aggressive fish
Description
The Blackback Wrasse is a beautiful and active saltwater fish known for its distinct color patterns, featuring a dark anterior body and a lighter, often spotted posterior. This species is a sand-dwelling wrasse that requires a deep sand bed to bury itself in at night or when startled. It is best kept singly in a mature aquarium with plenty of live rock.
