Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Yellow Wrasse's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Also known as the Canary Wrasse, this bright yellow, torpedo-shaped fish is a powerful hunter of small pests and an indispensable member of the reef clean-up crew.
Key traits
reef safe
peaceful
active swimmer
medium
easy
carnivore
Compatibility
Select a tank to see how this species fits.
Care guide
Everything you need to keep Yellow Wrasse healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 8–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Yellow Wrasse is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for saltwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Yellow Wrasse is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in saltwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Yellow Wrasse vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping marine fish?
Marine chemistry moves daily — the foundation sets keep calcium, alkalinity and magnesium honest.
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Real pairwise verdicts for Yellow Wrasse, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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