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Halichoeres chrysus 'Yellow Coris Wrasse'
Halichoeres chrysus
Origin: Indonesia, Philippines
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Water Parameters
Temperature24–27 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH8.1–8.3
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Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 12 cm
- Min Tank
- 120 L
- Lifespan
- 7
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful with most species; active swimmer
About
Halichoeres chrysus, the Yellow Coris Wrasse, is an all-brilliant-yellow reef-safe wrasse that buries in sand at night and when startled. Active, hardy, and eats flatworms and small invertebrate pests. Very beginner-friendly among wrasses.
Care Guide
Sand substrate 5+ cm for sleeping/hiding. Temperature 24–27°C, SG 1.024–1.026. Feed Mysis, Artemia, pellets. Lid required — good jumper. Reef safe but may eat ornamental micro-fauna.
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