Two Spot Wrasse

General information

The Two Spot Wrasse is one of the smallest members of a group of ornate wrasses. True to its namesake, the Two Spot Wrasse is beautifully adorned with striking facial markings punctuated by two, dark spots. Gorgeous tomato-red coloration crackles vibrantly across the face of the Two Spot Wrasse and continues all the way to the caudal fin to create an exotic network of color and pattern. Typical of many wrasses the Two Spot Wrasse demonstrates sexual dimorphism. The male Two Spot Wrasse sports a rhomboid caudal fin, often with a single elongate filament that extends from the top. In contrast, the female Two Spot Wrasse has a round tail and no filament. This festive wrasse is sure to make a colorful addition to the fish-only marine or Fish-Only-With-Live-Rock aquarium. The Two Spot Wrasse inhabits the outer reef slopes and deep lagoons among rubble and algae. To best replicate, this environment, the ideal setup for the Two Spot Wrasse will be a well-established saltwater aquarium of at least a medium sized tank, make sure to aquascape with live rock. Incorporate a large area of open substrate as well as open spaces for swimming. The Two Spot Wrasse is a curious fish of contrasting colorations and behavior. The shy and sensitive Two Spot Wrasse becomes a hardy and gregarious fish once it is fully acclimated to its new environment. It is important to maintain a stress-free environment during the initial introductory period. Therefore, house the Two Spot Wrasse with other peaceful species. As the established fish matures, it may demonstrate aggressive territorial behavior towards similar-sized fish. Generally, only one Two Spot Wrasse is recommended per aquarium.

Cautions

Wrasse are considered jumpers make sure your aquarium has a tight-fitting canopy or screen cover to prevent the Wrasse from jumping out of your aquarium. Wrasse have been known to jump through the smallest of holes in a canopy. 

Wrasses prefer to have a 2″ (5cm) sandbed to allow them to burrow into the sand to sleep or when they feel like they are in danger. Some people with bare bottom tanks have also added a Tupperware with a 2″ deep sand bed to accommodate the wrasse’s needs. 

They are generally peaceful but may display aggression towards members of the same species.

Wrasse are considered jumpers make sure your aquarium has a tight-fitting canopy or screen cover to prevent the Wrasse from jumping out of your aquarium. Wrasse have been known to jump through the smallest of holes in a canopy.

Wrasses prefer to have a 2" (5cm) sandbed to allow them to burrow into the sand to sleep or when they feel like they are in danger. Some people with bare bottom tanks have also added a Tupperware with a 2" deep sand bed to accommodate the wrasse's needs.

They are generally peaceful but may display aggression towards members of the same species.