Species Name : Wetmorella Nigropinnata
Care Level : Easy
Temperament : Peaceful
Color : Orange, Red, Yellow
Diet : Carnivore
Reef Compatible : Yes
Water Conditions : sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size : 3"
Origin : Indonesia
Family : Labridae
Minimum Tank Size : 15 gallons
The Banded Possum Wrasse (Wetmorella Nigropinnata) is also known as the Pygmy Possum Wrasse or Arrowhead Wrasse, and it originates from the waters of Indonesia.
The Banded Possum Wrasse has an arrowhead like shape and is mostly red/orange in color with yellow vertical stripes when in its juvenile coloration. As the fish matures the fish will darken to a deep rustish coloration. The male and female of this species are very similarly colored, but when courting, the male will display increased color intensity. Colors may vary depending on the fish's mood.
The Banded Possum Wrasse is a very peaceful, active fish that will bring both color and activity to a fish-only or reef aquarium of 15 gallons or larger. Have plenty of live rock and lots of good hiding places with thick sandy substrate. It should be provided numerous hiding places, along with caves and recesses. A tight fitted cover is required for the tank, as this fish has a habit of occasionally jumping.
They are peaceful and are likely to be the brunt of harassment by bolder fish so the Possum Wrasse should be kept in a peaceful community aquarium. They will not bother any corals or invertebrates making them a perfect fish for the reef aquarium. A single male can be kept with a group of females that is introduced prior to or at the same time as the male.
Feed a varied diet consisting of large chunks of meaty foods. These foods include finely chopped krill, raw table shrimp, squid, clam and mussel. Will learn to adapt to captive diet and will also likely supplement the captive diet by consuming amphipods and copepods.
Size: 3/4" to 2"
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