Bicolor Cleaner Wrasse (Labroides Bicolor)
Key Facts
Also Known As: Two-Color Cleaner Wrasse
Compatibility, Behavior, and Environment
The Bicolor Cleaner Wrasse is an active, slender reef fish that typically establishes cleaning stations where it may remove parasites and dead tissue from other fishes. In a home aquarium, it is usually peaceful toward dissimilar tank mates but can show aggression toward other wrasses or similarly shaped cleaners, especially in smaller systems. It is generally considered reef safe with corals and invertebrates, though its persistent cleaning behavior can occasionally bother slow or stressed fish, so it is best paired with healthy, moderately active community species in a larger, well-stocked reef tank. Because this species often relies on cleaning as a primary feeding strategy, it is typically recommended for experienced aquarists who can provide an established environment with plenty of suitable “clients” and supplemental feeding.
Aquarium Requirements
The Bicolor Cleaner Wrasse does best in a mature, spacious marine aquarium with ample live rock, strong circulation, and high, stable water quality. Rockwork should create ledges and overhangs where the wrasse can set up cleaning stations and retreat at night, alongside open areas for constant swimming. A tight-fitting lid or mesh cover is strongly advised, as this fish can jump when startled or chased. Frequent small feedings of varied meaty marine foods (such as finely chopped seafood, mysis, and enriched frozen preparations) are important to help transition individuals away from relying solely on parasites and to keep them in good condition.
Specifications
Approximate Size: Md: 1.75-2.5", Lg: 2.5-3.5"
Diet: Carnivore; primarily parasites and mucus from fish in nature, plus finely chopped meaty marine foods in captivity
Origin: Indo-Pacific (including Asia-Pacific reef systems)
Care Level: Expert only
Reef Safe: Yes, with fish-focused caution due to persistent cleaning behavior
Temperament: Generally peaceful, may be assertive toward similar wrasses or cleaners
Pairs well with
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FAQ’s
When will you ship my order?
We will ship on the soonest possible shipping day. Our shipping days are Monday-Thursday, and we ship same-day if the order is placed before 12:30 PM PST (unless announced otherwise). For example, if ordering at 1 PM on Thursday, your order will ship the following Monday.
Can you hold my order until next week?
Unfortunately not. We can hold items for up to one business day before shipping. We restock weekly, so chances are good we will receive more by next week!
When is the best time to order?
Saturdays and Sundays are the absolute best time to order, followed by Wednesday evenings. The closer you order to an inventory update, the better the available inventory.
What happens if something I ordered is unavailable?
We will email you to request a substitution. If you would like your original order, chances are good that it will be available to ship within the week (unless it is a very rare item).
Can I modify my order once it has been placed?
This is possible, but not guaranteed. Please email us if you need to modify your order or shipping address, and we will gladly make the changes for you, or let you know if it is too late.
What should I do if UPS is unreliable in my area?
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What salinity do you ship at?
Salinity for fish is 1.018-9. Salinity for inverts is 1.024-5.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
When will you ship my order?
We will ship on the soonest possible shipping day. Our shipping days are Monday-Thursday, and we ship same-day if the order is placed before 12:30 PM PST (unless announced otherwise). For example, if ordering at 1 PM on Thursday, your order will ship the following Monday.
Can you hold my order until next week?
Unfortunately not. We can hold items for up to one business day before shipping. We restock weekly, so chances are good we will receive more by next week!
When is the best time to order?
Saturdays and Sundays are the absolute best time to order, followed by Wednesday evenings. The closer you order to an inventory update, the better the available inventory.
What happens if something I ordered is unavailable?
We will email you to request a substitution. If you would like your original order, chances are good that it will be available to ship within the week (unless it is a very rare item).
Can I modify my order once it has been placed?
This is possible, but not guaranteed. Please email us if you need to modify your order or shipping address, and we will gladly make the changes for you, or let you know if it is too late.
What should I do if UPS is unreliable in my area?
We recommend shipping to a UPS Access Point, as packages get delivered there first before trucks go on residential deliveries. Click here to see how.
What salinity do you ship at?
Salinity for fish is 1.018-9. Salinity for inverts is 1.024-5.