Yellowband Wrasse
NameYellowband Wrasse
Scientific NameCoris gaimard
Common NamesYellowband Wrasse, Clown Coris Wrasse, Gaimard's Wrasse, Red Labrid
FamilyLabridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Groupers, Hawkfish, Pufferfish
Description
The Yellowband Wrasse, or Coris gaimard, is a large and active saltwater fish known for its vibrant coloration, which changes dramatically from juvenile to adult. Adults display a striking red body with a broad orange-yellow band and blue fins. They are sand-sifting carnivores that require a spacious aquarium with a deep sand bed.
