Painted Wrasse Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Painted Wrasse in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 50 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful reef-safe fish. Avoid keeping with aggressive species or very small, shy fish that might be outcompeted for food. Can be kept in groups if introduced simultaneously to a sufficiently large tank with plenty of hiding spots.
• Special requirements: Requires a sand bed of at least 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) for burrowing at night or when startled. A well-established tank with live rock for foraging is beneficial. Provide plenty of hiding places and open swimming areas.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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