Spotted Wrasse (Anampses meleagrides)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Spotted Wrasse is a small, elongate fish with a deep body and rounded head. Males display vibrant coloration with blue spots and streaks on the head and body, orange-red patterns, and distinctive color transitions from blue-green anteriorly to yellow-orange posteriorly. Females are typically duller, showing more muted brown to tan coloration with subtle spotting.
Diet and feeding
Anampses meleagrides are carnivorous feeders that hunt small crustaceans, copepods, and small invertebrates on the reef. In captivity, offer a varied diet of frozen mysis shrimp, copepod-rich preparations, small crustaceans, and high-quality carnivore pellets multiple times daily.
Difficulty and care for the Spotted Wrasse
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head, Velvet
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and extending to Hawaii and the central Pacific. Found in reef environments throughout this range.
Log Spotted Wrasse in your reef tank
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