• Common Name :Orange Tipped Rainbow Fish
• Latin Name:Halichoeres Melanurus
• Tank Size200 Lt.
• Care Level:Easy
• Water Conditions:Fish:PH:8.1-8.4, Sg:1.020-1.02
• Reef Compatible:Yes with caution
• Color Form:Blue, Green, Red, Yellow
• Geographic Region:Indo Pacific
• Temperament:Peaceful
• Max Size:12 cm
• Family:Labridae
• WaterConditions:Fish:PH:8.1-8.4, Sg:1.020-1.02
• Diet:Carnivore

Overview

The Hoevens Wrasse is also referred to as the Tail Spot Wrasse, the Yellow-lined Wrasse, the Orange-tipped Rainbowfish, the Tailspot Wrasse, and the Pinstriped Wrasse. The body of this fish is blue-green in color and has pink or yellow stripes running horizontally across its sides. The color of the juvenile is more muted.

A 150 litre or larger aquarium with a tight-fitting lid, a 2-3 inch sandy bottom to hide under if frightened, and other peaceful wrasses, including its own species, is an acceptable 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. When first introduced into the aquarium, live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used to entice this fish to eat. Regular feedings should include a variety of prepared and live meaty foods, such as feeder shrimps, flaked foods, and marine fish.