Black Leopard Wrasse (Macropharyngodon negrosensis)
Fish in the family Labridae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small, elegant wrasse with a slender body displaying black and white/pale coloration in a spotted or reticulated pattern. Males are typically more vibrant and colorful than females, with males displaying stronger patterning and occasionally showing hints of red or orange on the face.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including finely chopped fresh seafood, quality frozen mysis shrimp, copepods, and amphipods. Small live foods such as amphipods and copepods are especially beneficial. Feed 2–3 times daily in portions the fish can consume in 1–2 minutes.
Difficulty and care for the Black Leopard Wrasse
Expert - Rare and expensive leopard wrasse. Best suited for expert aquarists only.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, from the Philippines (including Negros Island, the species' namesake) and Indonesia to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond.
Keeper notes
Rare and expensive leopard wrasse. Requires established tank with plenty of microfauna. May bury in sand when stressed.
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