Pseudocoris
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
Pseudocoris heteroptera, Torpedo Wrasse. Scott W. Michael
Family: Labridae
Species in Genus Pseudocoris:
none
FALSE CORISES
Active swimmers, the five species in this genus are occasionally available and make good community members for larger reef systems. All get about 5.9 in. (15 cm) in length and need plenty of open swimming space.
They feed on zooplankton and spend much of their time in the water column. They tend to form small to medium-sized shoals and often form mixed groups with other zooplanktivores.
They tend not to be overly aggressive, although males may pester other zooplankton-feeding wrasses. Keep only one male per tank. Juveniles and females can be housed in small groups and may do best if kept in shoals or with other zooplankton-feeding wrasses (e.g., Paracheilinus).
Pseudocoris wrasses (especially males) will jump out of open aquariums . New individuals may hide for a day or two, but typically become bolder with time. If harassed by tankmates, they usually do not survive.
The most common in the aquarium trade is the Redspot Wrasse (Pseudocoris yamashiroi), which can be kept in groups—but only one male per tank, the general rule with virtually all wrasse species.
| Family | Labridae + |
| Image credit | SWM + |
| Reference | A PocketExpert Guide to Reef Aquarium Fishes + |
| Text credit | SWM + |