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Dusky Wrasse

Name : Dusky Wrasse
Species : Wrasses
 

Family - Labridae

Scientific name - Halichoeres marginatus

Common name -

Size – 7 in (18 cm)

Range - Indo-Pacific, Red Sea, Hawaii

Min. Aquarium size - 90 gal (341 L)

Care Level - Intermediate

Temperament – Semi-aggressive

Foods and feeding - Should be fed a variety of high quality marine meaty foods.

Aquarium suitability -

Reef compatibility - Yes

Captive care – This is a semi-aggressive fish and should be kept one per tank with other semi-aggressive fish. Wrasses are known jumpers so the aquarium top should be covered.

Dusky Wrasse