Speckled Maori Wrasse
NameSpeckled Maori Wrasse
Scientific NameOxycheilinus unifasciatus
Common NamesSpeckled Maori Wrasse, Ringtail Wrasse, One-banded Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, French Polynesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tang, Triggerfish (non-aggressive species), Groupers, Pufferfish (non-aggressive species)
Description
The Speckled Maori Wrasse is a large and robust wrasse species known for its distinctive speckled body pattern and often a prominent band or ring on its tail. Found across the Indo-Pacific, it is a predatory fish that requires a spacious marine aquarium. While generally peaceful with larger tankmates, it will consume smaller fish and invertebrates.
