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The Yellowtail Wrasse is also referred to as the Yellow-tail Tamarin, or Spotted Wrasse. It has a black body covered with varying sized white dots. The tail is bright yellow.
It requires a 55 gallon or larger aquarium with a 2 inch layer of live sand in which to bury itself. It is a jumper, so a secure lid on the aquarium is required.
The Yellowtail Wrasse may be very difficult to keep in an aquarium due to its feeding habits. It eats very small invertebrates (amphipods) that grow on live rock. The diet should also include live, small feeder shrimps (brine, mysid) and finely chopped marine meats.
Like other wrasse, they are generally compatible with: Large Angelfish, Boxfish, Damselfish and Tangs & Surgeons.
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Name: Yellowtail Wrasse (Anampses meleagrides)
Family: Labridae Range: Indo-Pacific, The Great Barrier Reef, Red Sea Size: Up to 9 inches Diet: Carnivore Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants Reef Compatible: Yes Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4 Minimum Tank Capacity: 55 gallon Light: High Temperament: Peaceful Swimming Level: No specific level Care Level: Experts only Reproduction: Egg Layer |
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