This fish is known as
Formosa Wrasse, Queen Coris and the correct latin name is
Coris frerei. It belongs to the
Wrasses family. (
e) Origin of this species is
Indian Ocean. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
An aggressive fish. Definitely recommended for home aquariums.
Formosa Wrasse can grow up to 86 cm what is approximately 33 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 10320cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 1599 square inch. This species will require to be kept in a tank that is very large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Capacity of very large aquariums is at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is difficult to keep the Formosa Wrasse fish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The recommended pH level is between 8.0 and 8.3 since marine fish are used to these levels in general.
A juvenile specimen
An adult specimen
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Document modified on Sat Dec 8 9:18:43 UTC 2007
Document created on Sat Dec 8 9:18:43 UTC 2007
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