Barred Thicklip Wrasse (Thalassoma barred)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Barred Thicklip Wrasse has a stout body with distinctive thick lips and characteristic vertical dark bars on a greenish-yellow background. Terminal males display more vivid coloration with blue and red hues, while juveniles and initial-phase individuals are duller.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, small crustaceans, marine algae, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp
Difficulty and care for the Barred Thicklip Wrasse
Moderate - Barred Thicklip Wrasse requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disease, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from Indonesia to the Philippines and adjacent western Pacific regions.
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