Bird Wrasse (Gomphosus varius)

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Bird Wrasse

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Bird Wrasse

Gomphosus varius

Difficulty

Challenging

Min. Tank Size

284 Litres (75 US G.)

Size

20.3-27.9cm (8-11 ")

sg

1.020 - 1.025

pH

8.2 - 8.4

Temp.

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

Indo-Pacific

Family

Labridae




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Additional names

Bird Wrasse, Brown Bird Wrasse, Green Bird Wrasse, Black Bird Wrasse


Sexing[edit]

Males are vivid blue whereas females are brown.


Tank compatibility[edit]

An aggressive fish that should only be kept with similar sized fish, smaller fish and inverts may be eaten.

Pictures[edit]

External links[edit]

  • Fishbase (Mirrors:
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