Blue-headed Wrasse
NameBlue-headed Wrasse
Scientific NameThalassoma bifasciatum
Common NamesBluehead Wrasse, Bluehead
FamilyLabridae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (cautiously), Other Wrasses (of different species), Hawkfish
Description
The Blue-headed Wrasse is a vibrant saltwater fish known for its striking coloration, with males displaying a distinctive blue head, black bar, and green body. They are active swimmers and important members of coral reef ecosystems, often acting as cleaner fish. This species is a protogynous hermaphrodite, starting as female and potentially changing to male.
