Mexican Wrasse, Thalassoma lucasanum

Mexican Wrasse or Paddlefin Wrasse is also referred to as the Rainbow or Cortez Rainbow Wrasse. As a juvenile they are mostly black in colour with a yellow and pink belly. As they mature into an adult, their colouration brightens into an array of colors. Their body takes on a reddish colouration, and the head area and fins become blue to green in colour. Adding to the appeal of the adult fish, is a bright yellow band located just behind the head. These are one of the smaller wrasse within the genus, and make a wonderful addition to a saltwater fish only aquarium.

It should reside in a 75 gallon or larger aquarium with larger tank mates, and plenty of rocks for hiding. It can become territorial and may eat crustaceans, mantis shrimp and bristleworms. It does not eat corals or live plants.

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