Bluehead Wrasse Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Bluehead Wrasse in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 50 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other semi-aggressive to aggressive fish of similar size. Not suitable for reef tanks with small invertebrates or peaceful, slow-moving fish. Only one male per tank unless very large.
• Special requirements: Requires a sand bed for burrowing at night or when startled. Needs plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. A tight-fitting lid is essential as they are known jumpers.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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