Tripletail Maori Wrasse
NameTripletail Maori Wrasse
Scientific NameCheilinus trilobatus
Common NamesTripletail Wrasse, Maori Wrasse
FamilyLabridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Tangs, Large Angelfish, Groupers, Triggerfish (with caution), Other large, robust wrasses
Description
The Tripletail Maori Wrasse is a large, robust marine fish known for its distinctive trilobed caudal fin and intricate facial markings. It exhibits a varied coloration, typically with a reddish-brown to green body adorned with vertical stripes and red spots on its head. This species is a predatory wrasse found in coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific.
