Yellowhead Wrasse

Halichoeres garnoti

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Suggested Tank

90+ gallons

Max Size

8 inches

Difficulty

Medium

Temperament

Semi-Aggressive

Description

The Yellowhead Wrasse is a slender, active marine wrasse recognized by its bright yellow head and contrasting body coloration. It is a constantly swimming species that does best in established aquariums with plenty of open space, rockwork, and a sand bed for hiding and resting.

Reef Safe

No

Environment

Requires stable marine water quality, a covered aquarium to prevent jumping, ample swimming room, live rock for foraging, and a soft sand substrate for burrowing. Best kept in a well-established tank.

Behavior

Active daytime swimmer that forages among rockwork for small invertebrates. It may bury itself in sand at night or when startled.

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