Broom Tail Wrasse
Cheilinus lunulatus
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Suggested Tank
300+ gallons
Max Size
20 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A large, heavy-bodied Red Sea wrasse named for the ragged, broom-like trailing edge of its tail in mature males. Adults are striking, with a green, finely spotted head, thick blue lips, yellow pectoral fins and a dark purple-and-green body, while juveniles are drab mottled brown-green with a rounded tail. Semi-aggressive and highly predatory, it needs a very large fish-only system with open swimming lanes and rockwork bedded firmly on the glass, since it constantly shifts rubble and sand; it will eat shrimp, crabs, snails, urchins and small tankmates.
Reef Safe
No
Environment
The Broom Tail Wrasse requires a well-maintained saltwater aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. It prefers a temperature range of 72-78°F, a pH of 8.1-8.4, and a specific gravity of 1.020-1.025.
Behavior
This species is known for its active and curious nature. It spends much of its time swimming around the tank and exploring its surroundings.
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