Aquaria
Eastern Hulafish

Eastern Hulafish

NameEastern Hulafish
Scientific NameSuezichthys gracilis
Common NamesEastern Hulafish, Slender Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful wrasses, Gobies, Blennies, Dwarf Angelfish, Tangs, Non-aggressive Damselfish

Description

The Eastern Hulafish is a vibrant, slender wrasse native to the Western Pacific. It features a distinctive color pattern with a red-orange stripe bordered by yellow and black along its body. This active species is known for its graceful swimming and foraging behavior in rocky and sandy areas.

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