Cortez Rainbow Wrasse - Thalassoma lucasanum - Sub-adult

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$49.99
SKU: 265455
Manufacturer: That Fish Place
MPN: F91 0007 0989

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The Cortez Rainbow Wrasse (Thalassoma lucasanum) is also known as the Mexican Rock Wrasse as a juvenile. The adult has a bluish-purple head and tail, a bright yellow saddle over the shoulder, and the sides are purple.

Wrasses from the Halichoeres and Thalassoma genera are some of the most active in the wrasse group. Most are narrow and torpedo-shaped. While Thalassoma wrasses are often in the upper to mid-water ranges of the aquarium, Halichoeres wrasses are often closer to the substrate or rockwork, especially when young. They also bury themselves in the substrate when resting or threatened. Because of this behavior, Halichoeres wrasses are often confused with some Coris wrasses. Thalassoma wrasses are also sometimes known as “paddlefin wrasses” due to their use of their pectoral fins while swimming. Longer aquariums with plenty of swimming room are best for these wrasses.

Halichoeres and Thalassoma wrasses are more active and aggressive than many other groups, especially as adults. Tankmates should be around the same size, aggression and activity level; avoid very small or docile tankmates, They should not be kept with invertebrates like crustaceans (crabs and shrimp) or feather duster worms. Some do not bother corals, but they may damage colonies as they search for food and may nip at polyps and fleshier corals. Feed a varied meaty diet of frozen and prepared foods; most wrasses will also graze on microinverts in the aquarium (copepods, amphipods, worms, etc.).

Specifications

Specifications
MPN
F91 0007 0989
Manufacturer
That Fish Place
Common NameCortez Rainbow Wrasse - Sub-adult
Scientific NameThalassoma lucasanum
Origineastern Pacific
pH Range8.0-8.4
Temperature Range75-82
Specific Gravity Range1.020-1.024
DietCarnivore
Reef SafeNo
Invert SafeNo
Community SafeYes, with caution
Max Size (in inches)6
Min Tank Size (in gallons)75
DifficultyEasy
Internal Id
63983

State Restrictions
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