Yellowtail Wrasse
NameYellowtail Wrasse
Scientific NameCoris gaimard
Common NamesYellowtail Coris, African Coris, Clown Coris, Red Labrid
FamilyLabridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Hawaii
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 (some species), Groupers, Lionfish, Pufferfish (some species)
Description
The Yellowtail Wrasse, or Coris gaimard, is a large and active saltwater fish known for its dramatic color changes from juvenile to adult. Adults display a greenish-brown body covered in blue spots and lines, with a distinctive yellow-tipped caudal fin. They are carnivores that require a spacious aquarium with a deep sand bed for burrowing at night.
