Jewelled Wrasse
NameJewelled Wrasse
Scientific NameHalichoeres margaritaceus
Common NamesJewelled Wrasse, Pearl Wrasse, Margarita Wrasse, Gilded Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)70
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish, Clownfish, Gobies, Blennies, Damsels, Hawkfish
Description
The Jewelled Wrasse is a vibrant and active saltwater fish, characterized by its striking red body covered in numerous white spots and intricate patterns on its head. This species is known for burying itself in the sand at night or when startled, requiring a fine sand bed in its aquarium. It makes a beautiful addition to a mature reef or fish-only-with-live-rock tank.
