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The , occurs singly, in pairs, and in groups. This unique fish forms a symbiotic relationship with other species by setting up a “cleaning station" to remove unwanted parasites that may have attached themselves. The Cleaner Wrasse will invite fish to their “cleaning station" by performing a calm...

The male Exquisite Fairy Wrasse, is green with bright red markings. Its bright red markings may vary depending on the location from which it was collected. It may also have blues, oranges, yellows, and purples decorating the body, depending on its mood. The females generally do not have quite as bol...

The also referred to as the Secretive Wrasse or Striated Wrasse. This gorgeous fish is a deep red to maroon color with multiple faint horizontal stripes running the length of the body to the gill covering. A pale blue stripe or marking is present under each eye.It requires a 30 gallon or larger aqua...

The juvenile Marble/Hortulanus Wrasse, also known as the , is white with stripes, dots, and patches of black. With maturity, it becomes silver with a distinctive black checkerboard pattern on the body. The dorsal fin and tail are yellow, and the face is light green with orange to pink striped markin...

The also known as the Blue Scaled Fairy Wrasse, Yellow Flanked Fairy Wrasse, Purplehead Parrot Wrasse, or the Blue Sided Fairy Wrasse. This species varies in coloration considerably ranging from a red and blue coloration, to a deep maroon and deep blue coloration. More often than not this species wi...

The (Halichoeres chrysus), also known as the Canary Wrasse or Yellow Wrasse, is a bright, cheerful addition to any reef aquarium. Its vivid golden-yellow body and graceful swimming behavior make it one of the most eye-catching and beneficial reef-safe wrasses available. Appearance and BehaviorThis e...

The Ruby Head Fairy Wrasse is a peaceful fish that will make a beautiful addition to your aquarium. The Ruby Head Fairy Wrasse has a blue body with red/orange running along the dorsal edge and a shining red face. Colors may vary to other blues and purples depending on the fish's mood. When courting...

The Six Line Wrasse is both beautiful and active. With its six distinct, horizontal blue lines overlaid against an orange body, this member of the Labridae family brings a zip of color to any marine reef aquarium. This is especially true when a courting male Six Line Wrasse displays an increased col...

The also known as the Guinea Fowl Wrasse, or Blackspotted Wrasse. This species has two different appearances depending on gender. Females are white with multiple black or brown irregular spots with white to blue margins covering the entire body. The female's fins may have accents of yellow or tan. T...

The (Halichoeres melanurus), also known as the Tail Spot Wrasse or Hoeven’s Wrasse, is a beautifully patterned and lively reef-safe fish. Its vivid mix of turquoise, green, orange, and blue striping makes it a striking highlight in any marine aquarium. Appearance and BehaviorThis wrasse displays b...

The Multicolored Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse is also known as the Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse. The male has a bright yellow and red body with blue, brown, and white ornamentation. The females generally do not have quite as bold markings as the males. When courting, the male will display an increased color int...

The Eight Lined Wrasse is also known as Eightstripe Wrasse or Eightline Wrasse. As its name implies, it has eight, horizontal red stripes on a striking orange body. Its fins and tail are intricately detailed.A 55 gallon or larger aquarium equipped with plenty of rocks for hiding among and live rock...

The Yellowtail Wrasse is also referred to as the Yellow-tail Tamarin, or Spotted Wrasse. It has a black body covered with varying sized white dots. The tail is bright yellow.It requires a 50 gallon or larger aquarium with a 2 inch layer of live sand in which to bury itself. It is a jumper, so a secu...

The Banana Wrasse is also known as the Yellow-brown Wrasse, Sunset Wrasse, or Yellow Wrasse. As an adult, it takes on a yellow appearance if female, and a blue appearance if male. Both sexes have facial markings in green and fine vertical striping along the body. The fins are very colorfully marked...

The a moderately-sized wrasse with a sleek, elongated body with dorsal and anal fins that extend almost the entire length of the fish. Towards the rear of these fins are a pair of large, deep-blue eyespots that help protect the fish by disorienting or confusing potential predators. The beautifully c...

The also referred to as the Pastel or Green Coris. The body color is a most attractive, pastel green without extravagant markings.A 75 gallon or larger aquarium with a tight-fitting lid, a 2-3 inch sandy bottom to hide under if frightened, and other peaceful wrasses, including its own species, provi...

The Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse, also known as the Carpenter's Wrasse, or Redfin Flasher Wrasse, is orange with blue vertical stripes as a juvenile. As the fish matures and becomes an adult, the coloration becomes yellow with a series of broken blue horizontal stripes. The dorsal fin features three e...

The Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse (Northern Variety) is also known as the Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse (Northern Variety). The females generally do not have quite as bold markings as the males. When courting, the male will display an increased color intensity.A 50 gallon or larger aquarium, either fish-only or r...

The Harlequin Tusk is a captivating marine fish found in coral reefs throughout the Indian Ocean and Australia. Indian Ocean specimens showcase bold orange stripes outlined in white with a soft blue hue near the tail, while their Australian counterparts bear orange stripes bordered by vivid blue str...

The Cirrhilabrus solorensis, commonly known as the or Solor Wrasse, is a vibrant and active reef-safe fish native to the waters of Indonesia and the surrounding Indo-Pacific region. Males are especially eye-catching, displaying a striking blend of iridescent blue, yellow, and red hues, with a charac...

The Australian Harlequin Tuskfish is a stunning, bold-coloured wrasse known for its vibrant stripes, electric blue teeth, and inquisitive personality. Sourced from the pristine waters of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, this regional variant is highly sought after for its exceptional colouration an...

The (Coris aygula), also known as the Clown Coris, is a captivating species that undergoes one of the most dramatic color transformations in the marine aquarium world. Juveniles are particularly eye-catching, with a crisp white body, bold red markings, and the distinctive pair of black “twin spots...

Bold, beautiful, and brimming with personality, the elegantly-striped makes the perfect addition to showcase in your display reef aquarium. Also known in the hobby as the False-eyed or Biocellate Wrasse, juvenile Halichoeres biocellatus and sub adults are easily identifiable by a pair of ocelli, or...