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A colorful and diverse marine fish group. Sleeps buried in sand and also serves as a tank cleaner.
The wrasses (family Labridae) are one of the largest groups of marine fish, and many reach the aquarium trade — cleaner wrasse, yellow coris, melanurus and leopard wrasse among them. Adults range from 8 to 20 cm by species. Most are active swimmers by day and at night either bury in sand or spin a mucus cocoon to rest, which makes a fine sand bed of 5 cm or more a basic requirement. Many Halichoeres and Coris species earn their place as clean-up crew, eating flatworms, bristle worms and coral-eating snails. The same appetite extends to small shrimp and juvenile snails, and as strong swimmers they jump readily, so a lid is essential. Difficulty varies enormously between species, so check the individual species' diet before buying.
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The Wrasse lives 5-10 years.
The Wrasse grows to 8-20cm.
Lifespan
5-10 years
Size
8-20cm
Temperature
23〜26℃
Frozen food, Artificial feed
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Sand bed (5cm+) needed (sleeps buried in sand)
Feed frozen and prepared foods. Many Halichoeres and Coris species act as cleaners, eating flatworms, bristleworms and small snails.
Cleaner fish that eats parasites
Varies by species, but many are peaceful. Small shrimp and juvenile snails may be eaten, so check each species before housing with invertebrates.
Highly active and very prone to jumping out, so a gap-free lid is essential. Difficulty varies widely, so check each species' diet before buying.
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The average lifespan of Wrasse is 5-10 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Wrasse typically reaches 8-20cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Wrasse feeds on: Frozen food, Artificial feed. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Wrasse varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 13, 2026