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Thalassoma rueppellii

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Klunzinger's Wrasse
Klunzinger's Wrasse
Species Thalassoma rueppellii
Family Labridae
Difficulty Challenging
Min. Tank Size 283.906 liters
283,905.884 mL

75 US Gallons (283.9L)

Size 20.32 cm

7-8 " (17.8-20.3cm)

sg 1.020 - 1.025
pH 8.2 - 8.4
Temp. 291.15 K
64.4 °F
524.07 °R

295.15 K
71.6 °F
531.27 °R
18 -22 °C (64.4-71.6°F)

Water Hardness

8-12 °d

Stocking Ratio 1:1 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Carnivore
Live Foods

Life Span

8-12 years

Habitat

West Indian Ocean

Contents

[edit] Alternative names

Klunzinger's Wrasse

[edit] Synonyms

Thalassoma klunzingeri

[edit] Sexing

Unknown

[edit] Tank compatibility

A territorial fish that should be the last addition to any tank. Will pose a risk to most inverts including Mantis Shrimp, best in a semi-aggressive set up. Will generally not touch corals or plants.

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[edit] Environment Specifics

Unknown

[edit] Behaviour

A solitary species which will be territorial towards most other species including its own.

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