Jade Wrasse - Halichoeres chloropterus Size:Large

Jade Wrasse - Halichoeres chloropterus Size:LargeJade Wrasse (Halichoeres chloropterus) The Jade Wrasse, Halichoeres chloropterus, is an active and attractive marine wrasse with soft green to pastel green colouration, subtle facial markings and the constant foraging behaviour typical of the Halichoeres group. Also known as the Pastel green Wrasse or Green Wrasse, this Indo Pacific species is best suited to mature reef or fish only marine aquariums with soft sand, live rock and plenty of swimming

Correct identification is important

Frequency - 50Hz

with larger groups offering a more natural display where tank size allows

Halichoeres radiatus

rubble and coral areas where it can forage during the day and bury in the substrate at night

In the wild it feeds mainly on hard-shelled invertebrates

Expatriates south to Montague Island and coastal waters of southern New South Wales

The African Angelfish is a magnificent and regal addition to any saltwater aquarium

particularly if feeding is inadequate or if the fish is stressed

In captivity it should be offered a varied diet of meaty marine foods alongside some algae-based foods

700 litres minimum is a sensible long-term baseline

Make sure prepared foods reach the substrate