Red Breast Wrasse (Cheilinus fasciatus)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Red Breast Wrasse displays vibrant coloration with an orange-red breast and head, transitioning to greenish body sides with distinctive vertical barring patterns. Males exhibit brighter coloration than females, with the characteristic red markings on the head and chest that give the species its common name.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, offer a varied diet of high-quality meaty foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, small crustaceans, and prepared carnivore pellets. Feed 2-3 times daily, providing what the fish will consume in a few minutes.
Difficulty and care for the Red Breast Wrasse
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 Hawaii and the central Pacific.
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