Cigar Wrasse Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Cigar Wrasse in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 120 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally peaceful with other fish, but may prey on very small invertebrates or fish. Best kept with similarly sized, non-aggressive tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires a deep sand bed (at least 4-6 inches) for burrowing at night or when startled. Ample rockwork and live rock for hiding and foraging are also beneficial. A tight-fitting lid is essential as they are known jumpers.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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