Earmuff Wrasse
Halichoeres melasmapomus
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Suggested Tank
75+ gallons
Max Size
6 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A deep-reef Halichoeres in which males show a teal-green head grading into a salmon-red body with green-edged fins, and both sexes carry a dark, pale-ringed blotch behind the eye that gives the fish its 'earmuff' look. It is an active, generally peaceful mid-water forager that spends the day cruising rockwork and sand hunting small invertebrates and dives into the sand bed at night or when startled, so a 2-3 inch fine sand bed is essential. Reef-safe with corals but it will hunt ornamental shrimp, tiny crabs and feather dusters; it is a strong jumper, so a tight-fitting lid is mandatory, and it should be fed small meaty foods two or more times daily.
Reef Safe
With caution
Environment
The Earmuff Wrasse requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. A sandy substrate is essential for its burrowing behavior.
Behavior
This species is generally active and spends a lot of time swimming and exploring the aquarium. It may occasionally burrow in the sand when startled or resting.
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