Golden Wrasse

Drs. Foster & Smith Educational Staff

Halichoeres chrysus

Quick Stats: Golden Wrasse

Family: Labridae
Range: Indo-Pacific
Size: Up to 5 inches
Diet: Carnivore
Tank Set-up: Marine: Gravel or sand
Reef Compatible: With caution
Tank Conditions: 72-78ºF; sg
1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
Minimum Tank Capacity: 30 gallon
Light: High
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming Level: No specific level
Care Level: Experts only
Reproduction: Egg Layer
The Golden Wrasse is also referred to as the Golden Rainbowfish, Yellow Wrasse, Yellow Coris, or Canary Wrasse. It is
golden-yellow with a black eyespot on the dorsal fin.
A 30 gallon or larger aquarium with a sealed lid, a 2-3 inch sandy bottom to hide under when frightened, and other peaceful
Wrasses, including its own species, provides a good environment. It will eat fireworms and pyramidellid snails, protecting
corals and clams. In addition, it may eat feather dusters, wild shrimp, tubeworms, and flatworms. It may also eat parasites off
of tank mates.
Regular feedings should include a variety of prepared and live meaty foods, such as feeder shrimps, flaked foods, and marine
fish.

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