Peacock Wrasse Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Peacock Wrasse in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized fish. Avoid keeping with very small or docile species, or other wrasses unless the tank is very large and offers ample hiding spots. May harass or consume small invertebrates.
• Special requirements: Requires a sand bed of at least 3-4 inches for burying at night or when startled. Plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. A tight-fitting lid is essential as they are known jumpers. Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial.

Water parameters

Temperature

20-26°C (68-79°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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