Slender Rainbow Wrasse
NameSlender Rainbow Wrasse
Scientific NameHalichoeres tenuispinus
Common NamesSlender Rainbow Wrasse, Red-lined Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan, Philippines
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish, Larger Gobies, Blennies, Other peaceful wrasses (with caution)
Description
The Slender Rainbow Wrasse is a vibrant saltwater fish known for its elongated body and striking red horizontal stripes over a pale body. It is an active swimmer that requires a mature aquarium with a deep sand bed for burrowing at night or when startled. This species is an excellent hunter of small invertebrates, making it a beneficial addition for pest control in reef tanks.
