This species is known as
Saddle Wrasse and the correct latin name is
Thalassoma duperrey. The family that this fish belongs to is called the
Wrasses family. (
e) Origin of this species is
Eastern Central Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
A semi-aggressive fish.
Saddle Wrasse can grow up to 30 cm what is approximately 11 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 3600cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 558 square inch. This fish should be kept in aquariums that are large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums have at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is easy to keep the Saddle 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 pH levels shouldn't be outside of 8.0 - 8.3 since most marine fish are used to the mentioned range of pH values.
A carnivore. Eats saltwater feeder shrimps, squid and frozen foods as well.
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