Blue Striped Tamarin Wrasse EXPERT ONLY (Anampses femininus)

Fish in the family Labridae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAnampses femininus

FamilyLabridae

Care levelExpert

Reef safetyNot Reef Safe

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemperature: 72-80°F pH: 8.1-8.4 Salinity: 1.02-1.025

Feeding schedule2-3 times daily

Appearance

Small wrasse with distinctive blue horizontal stripes running along the body. Males display more vibrant coloration with orange-red hues on the head and body, while females are duller green-gray; body is elongated and streamlined typical of the wrasse family.

Diet and feeding

Feed small meaty foods including mysis shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and high-quality carnivore pellets. This species is an active hunter in the wild and requires frequent small meals to match its fast metabolism.

Difficulty and care for the Blue Striped Tamarin Wrasse EXPERT ONLY

Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to the Hawaiian Islands, including East Africa and the Great Barrier Reef.

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