Saddle Wrasse

Saddle Wrasse, Thalassoma duperrey , is a native of the Pacific Ocean. This carnivore adapts to aquarium life when offered a wide variety of meaty foods such as Brine Shrimp. Juveniles are known to eat parasites from other fish. It will reach a mature size of approximately 12 inches and is generally not recommended for a reef aquarium. A sand bed and Live Rock should be provided for all Wrasses. They will bury themselves in the sand to sleep or hide. Live Rock provides numerous small life forms that the Wrasses consider a tasty treat as well as another place to hide when they feel threatened.

Approximate Arrival Size for Saddle Wrasse: Small: 2-3"; Medium: 3.25-5"; Large: 5.25-6.5"

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