• Macropharyngodon Wrasse are also known as Leopard Wrasses.

• They should be added to well established aquariums with plenty of room to swim. Plenty of rock work should be provided for hunting and hiding.

• Leopard Wrasse are very active during the day looking for small invertebrates, crustaceans and snails.

• A deep sand bed is also needed for burrowing at night or when threatened.

• A diet of rich in meaty based foods should be provided, if Wrasse ignores preparations live foods such as small shrimp may need to be supplemented.

• Leopard Wrasse are hermaphroditic meaning females may at some point in their life may turn into a male.

• Leopard Wrasse can be difficult to house we recommend expert hobbyists only.

• Leopard Wrasse tend to be shy and easily harrassed but do thrive in a harem of 1 male and several females if added at the same time.

• Leopard Wrasse may be sensitive to copper be sure to monitor aquarium levels.

• Ornate Leopard Wrasse can grow to a little over 5".

We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 75 gallons or larger for this species.

Water conditions: Salinity 1.020 - 1.025, Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Alkalinity 8 - 12 dKH