Melanurus Wrasse (Halichoeres melanurus) – Male – Approx. 2.25–3.5

Buy a Melanurus Wrasse (Halichoeres melanurus) online from Reef Hacker. This highly sought-after reef wrasse is admired for its vibrant green, blue, and orange striping combined with distinctive tail spotting and intricate pinstriped patterns. Active and constantly exploring, the Melanurus Wrasse adds both color and energy to established reef aquariums.

Native to the Central Pacific, this Halichoeres species thrives in marine systems with plenty of rockwork for exploration and a soft sand bed for burrowing at night. The Melanurus Wrasse is also well known among reef keepers for helping control nuisance pests such as flatworms, small snails, and other unwanted invertebrates.

Each specimen is carefully inspected and confirmed feeding prior to shipment, ensuring you receive a healthy fish ready to adapt to aquarium life.

Care Information

Scientific Name: Halichoeres melanurus

Common Name: Melanurus Wrasse / Tail-Spot Wrasse

Approximate Size: 2.25–3.5 inches

Temperament: Peaceful to Semi-Peaceful

Diet: Frozen foods, pellets, flakes, live foods

Reef Safe: Generally yes (may consume small invertebrates)

Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons

Special Requirement: Sand bed recommended for burrowing behavior

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