Green Wrasse Aquarium Care Guide
Thalassoma purpureum
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 120 gallons
- Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, semi-aggressive fish. Not suitable for reef tanks with small invertebrates or peaceful, slow-moving fish. May be aggressive towards conspecifics unless introduced simultaneously in a very large tank.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. A tight-fitting lid is essential as they are known jumpers. Needs a sand bed for burying at night or when stressed. A varied diet of meaty foods is crucial.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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