Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Leopard Wrasse's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
pH
8 - 8.4
Temperature
24° - 27 °C
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What to know before you buy.
Recognized by their stunning speckled patterns, Leopard Wrasses are notoriously difficult to acclimate and feed, often requiring live food and a deep sand bed to bury themselves.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Leopard Wrasse healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Leopard Wrasse's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 8–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Leopard Wrasse is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for saltwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Leopard Wrasse is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in saltwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Leopard Wrasse vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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