Purple Wrasse Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Purple Wrasse in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 250 gallons (946 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, and semi-aggressive temperate marine fish. Not suitable for reef tanks due to its predatory nature on invertebrates.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. A sand bed is beneficial as they may bury themselves at night or when stressed. Excellent filtration and stable temperate water conditions are crucial. They are jumpers, so a secure lid is essential.

Water parameters

Temperature

14-20°C (57-68°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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