Green Lunar Wrasse

Green Lunar Wrasse (Thalassoma lunare) Common Names: Lyretail Wrasse, Moon Wrasse Max Size: 26 cm Family: Labridae Minimum Tank Size: 500 litres Reef Compatible: No Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Aggressive Diet: Carnivore (meaty foods) Water Conditions: sg 1.020-1.025, 23-26°C, dKH 6-12, pH 7.8-8.4 Appearance Juvenile Green Lunar Wrasse have a blue lower body with a black spot on the dorsal fin and a black blotch at the base of the caudal fin. As they mature, the black blotch turns into a yellow crescent, and the body changes to green with bright markings on the face and fins. Habitat This wrasse thrives in large aquariums with 500 litres or more, with plenty of rocks for hiding. It is best housed with larger, aggressive tank mates, as it can become territorial and harass new additions. For this reason, it should be the last fish added to the tank. While it doesn’t eat corals or live plants, it may prey on mantis shrimp and bristleworms. Diet The Green Lunar Wrasse’s diet should include vitamin-enriched frozen mysis shrimp, frozen brine shrimp, and other meaty foods. It can also be supplemented with high-quality marine flake and marine pellet food.