Bell's Flasher Wrasse (Paracheilinus bellae)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Bell's Flasher Wrasse is a small, vibrant fish displaying brilliant red, orange, and yellow coloration with distinctive dark vertical bars on the body. Males exhibit an elongated dorsal fin used in dramatic flashing displays; females are generally less colorful with smaller fins.
Diet and feeding
Feed small live or frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and small crustaceans 2–3 times daily. This species has a high metabolism and requires frequent small meals to thrive in captivity.
Difficulty and care for the Bell's Flasher Wrasse
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, ranging from the Red Sea and East Africa through the Indian Ocean to Vanuatu and Fiji.
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