Wrasses
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
- Bluehead Fairy Wrasse, Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura. Scott W. Michael
- Yellow Wrasse, Halichoeres chrysus. Scott W. Michael
- Lunare Wrasse, Thalassoma lunare. Scott W. Michael
Hardy & Commendable Species to Consider
A quick guide to the wrasses, including both the best and worst species choices as selected by expert hobbyists, marine biologists, and respected aquarium shop owners.
Best Wrasses
Species likely to thrive with proper care & feeding:
- Bird Wrasse
- Bluehead Fairy Wrasse
- Bluehead Wrasse
- Eightline Wrasse
- Exquisite Fairy Wrasse
- Filamented Flasher Wrasse
- Golden Wrasse
- Harlequin Tuskfish
- Longfinned Fairy Wrasse
- Lunare Wrasse
- Ornate Wrasse
- Redfin Fairy Wrasse
- Scott’s Fairy Wrasse
- Sixline Wrasse
- Spanish Hogfish
Worst Wrasses
Species not likely to survive:
- Redtail Wrasse All: Anampses
- Hawaiian Cleaner Wrasse All: Labroides
- Leopard Wrasse All: Macropharyngodon
- Smalltail Pencil Wrasse All: Pseudojuloides
Threatened IUCN Red List Species:
- Humphead Wrasse (Napoleon Wrasse)
All Wrasses
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Reference: The 101 Best Saltwater Fishes