Eastern King Wrasse
NameEastern King Wrasse
Scientific NameCoris auricularis
Common NamesEastern King Wrasse, Western King Wrasse, King Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginSouthern Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-72
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust wrasses (with caution), Large angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Pufferfish (with caution), Other large, semi-aggressive marine fish
Description
The Eastern King Wrasse is a large, colorful wrasse species native to the temperate waters of southern Australia. Males exhibit striking patterns of red, blue, and white bands, while females are typically more subdued. They are active predators that feed on benthic invertebrates.
