{"title":"Wrasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eWrasses are active, reef-associated fish from tropical and subtropical oceans. Tank size: 50–200 gallons depending on species, water: 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, pH 8.1–8.4. Diet: zooplankton, mysis, and small meaty foods, generally peaceful but some larger species may be semi-aggressive or predatory toward invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bluestreak-cleaner-wrasse","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBluestreak Cleaner Wrasse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small, iconic reef fish from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eIndo-Pacific\u003c\/strong\u003e, renowned for its cleaning behavior, removing parasites from other fish. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eminimum tank size of 50–75 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, though they thrive best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"353\"\u003emature, established reef systems\u003c\/strong\u003e. Water parameters should be \u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4\u003c\/strong\u003e with excellent water quality. Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasses are \u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"508\"\u003ecarnivorous\u003c\/strong\u003e, feeding on \u003cstrong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eectoparasites in the wild\u003c\/strong\u003e, and in captivity require a diet of \u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"654\"\u003efrozen mysis shrimp, copepods, and specialized feeding programs\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are \u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"677\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e, but delicate, often difficult to keep long-term unless their dietary needs and environment are carefully maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"969\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51345676730656,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_b791.jpg?v=1773544134"},{"product_id":"african-coris-wrasse","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) African Coris Wrasse","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe African Coris Wrasse is a large, active wrasse native to the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea and East Africa, commonly found along sandy reef flats and lagoons. Due to its size and burrowing behavior, a minimum tank size of 125–180 gallons is recommended, with a deep sand bed for resting and hiding. Water parameters should be 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4, with stable conditions and moderate flow. African Coris are carnivorous, feeding on crustaceans, mollusks, worms, and other meaty foods, and should be offered a varied diet of mysis shrimp, chopped seafood, and frozen crustaceans. They are semi-aggressive, may rearrange tank décor while digging, and are generally compatible with other robust reef species when plenty of hiding spaces are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"n\/a","offer_id":51345698324768,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_b793.jpg?v=1773544569"},{"product_id":"blue-sided-fairy-wrasse-male","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Blue Sided  Fairy Wrasse: Male","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003eThe Blue-Sided Fairy Wrasse is a small, vibrant reef wrasse native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found around coral-rich reef slopes and lagoons. A minimum tank size of 50–75 gallons is recommended, with plenty of live rock for hiding and establishing territories. Ideal water parameters are 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4. Blue-Sided Fairy Wrasses are carnivorous, feeding on zooplankton, small crustaceans, and mysis shrimp, and should be offered a varied diet of frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and high-quality marine pellets. Males are peaceful and colorful, ideal for reef tanks with non-aggressive tankmates, and thrive in groups with one male and multiple females to reduce aggression and encourage natural behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51345718542624,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_b794.jpg?v=1773545260"},{"product_id":"leopard-wrasse","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Leopard Wrasse","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Leopard Wrasse is a small, colorful reef wrasse native to the Indo-Pacific, typically found along sandy patches near coral reefs where it burrows for protection at night. A minimum tank size of 50–75 gallons is recommended, with a deep sand bed (2–3 inches) for burrowing and plenty of live rock for shelter. Water parameters should be 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4, with stable conditions. Leopard Wrasses are carnivorous, feeding on small crustaceans, amphipods, copepods, and mysis shrimp, and should be offered a varied diet including live or frozen mysis, copepods, and finely chopped seafood. They are peaceful, shy, and reef-safe, best kept in mature aquariums with abundant hiding spaces, and should be housed in small groups or singly to reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51345739317536,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_b797.jpg?v=1773545931"},{"product_id":"green-bird-wrasse","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Green Bird Wrasse","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Green Bird Wrasse is a colorful, active wrasse native to the Indo-Pacific, typically found along reef slopes, lagoons, and coral-rich areas where it searches for small invertebrates. A minimum tank size of 125–150 gallons is recommended due to its active swimming behavior. Water parameters should be 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4, with stable, high-quality conditions. Green Bird Wrasses are carnivorous, feeding on small crustaceans, worms, and tiny reef invertebrates, and should be offered a diet of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood. They are semi-aggressive and fast swimmers, best housed with peaceful or semi-aggressive tankmates in aquariums with plenty of live rock for foraging and hiding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51345746657568,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_b79b.jpg?v=1773546238"},{"product_id":"harlequin-tusk","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Harlequin Tusk","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Harlequin Tusk Wrasse is a colorful, active wrasse native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found along reef slopes, lagoons, and sandy patches near coral reefs. A minimum tank size of 75–100 gallons is recommended, with a deep sand bed (2–3 inches) for burrowing and plenty of live rock for shelter. Water parameters should be 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4. Harlequin Tusk Wrasses are carnivorous, feeding on small crustaceans, worms, and other invertebrates, and should be offered a varied diet of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood. They are peaceful, reef-safe, and moderately active, requiring a well-established aquarium with hiding spaces and a secure sand bed for nighttime burrowing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51345750950176,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3695\/3888\/files\/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_b79c.jpg?v=1773546666"},{"product_id":"bluehead-wrasse","title":"(SPECIAL ORDER) Bluehead Wrasse","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003eThe Bluehead Wrasse is a small, vibrant wrasse native to the Caribbean Sea and western Atlantic reefs, commonly found around coral heads and shallow reef areas. A minimum tank size of 50–75 gallons is recommended, with plenty of live rock for hiding and territory. Ideal water parameters are 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4. 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A minimum tank size of 75–100 gallons is recommended, with a deep sand bed (2–3 inches) for burrowing and abundant live rock for hiding. Ideal water parameters are 72–78°F, salinity 1.020–1.025, and pH 8.1–8.4. Lunare Wrasses are carnivorous, feeding on small crustaceans, worms, and other invertebrates, and should be offered a diet of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood. 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