Half & Half Wrasse
Half & Half Wrasse
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Hemigymnus melapterus, a thicklip wrasse, up to 14 in. Loses its two-tone juvenile coloring as it matures. Carnivore: mysis, krill and meaty frozen foods.
Compatibility: Min tank: 125 gal. Not reef safe; eats snails, crabs and small shrimp. Peaceful toward fish.
Feeding & Diet
Feeding & Diet
Carnivore: mysis, krill and meaty frozen foods. Feed small portions 1–2 times a day and rotate foods for a balanced diet.
Care & Water Parameters
Care & Water Parameters
Temperature 75–80°F, salinity 1.023–1.026 SG, pH 8.1–8.4, alkalinity 8–12 dKH, nitrate under 20 ppm. Minimum tank: 125 gal. Loses its two-tone juvenile coloring as it matures. Acclimate slowly and quarantine before adding to a display tank.
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Not reef safe; eats snails, crabs and small shrimp. Peaceful toward fish.
Size & Growth
Size & Growth
Adults reach up to 14 in. Loses its two-tone juvenile coloring as it matures.
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