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Longjaw Wrasse Red
| Latin Name | Oxycheilinusbimaculatus | ||||||
| Common Name | Longjaw Wrasse Red | ||||||
| Also known as | Twinspot Maori Wrasse | ||||||
| Fast Facts | Also known as the Twinspot Maori Wrasses, this attractive species is the smallest member of its genus and makes an ideal aquarium resident. It can become quite bold after it has adjusted to the aquarium over a period of weeks or months, but it may have a difficult time acclimating if it is introduced to a tank full of aggressive fishes, as this group of wrasses is generally not particularly aggressive. Very easy to feed. | ||||||
| Sizes | Most specimens are around 3"-4" |
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| Range in Nature | Indo-Pacific | ||||||
| Minimum Aquarium Size | 30 | ||||||
| Diet and Feeding | Very asy to feed. Carnivorous, feeding on a wide-range of invertebrates. Feed varied diet | ||||||
| Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult) |  |
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| Reef Aquarium Compatibility | This fish will eat ornamental crustaceans and may also pester small clams. It will also eat worms, serpent stars, snails and small fishes. | ||||||
| Related Fish | More Wrasse (also see Hogfish) | ||||||
| Availability | Frequently available |
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| Add to Cart | Longjaw Wrasse Red
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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.
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