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

Males are vivid blue whereas females are brown.


Tank compatibility

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

Pictures

External links

  • Fishbase (Mirrors:
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