Fiji Leopard Wrasse EXPERT (Macropharyngodon Melagris)
Also Known As: Guinea Fowl Wrasse, Blackspotted Wrasse
Compatibility and Behavior
The Fiji Leopard Wrasse is a striking, active sand-sleeper wrasse that spends its day picking at live rock and sand in search of tiny crustaceans and other natural foods. It is generally peaceful and is an excellent candidate for reef aquariums. For best long-term success, it is typically recommended for established reef tanks with calm, non-aggressive tank mates; boisterous or bullying species may cause this wrasse to hide or go off food. Note that we only receive females, unfortunately males are rarely found in circulation.
Like all Leopard Wrasses, this is a more difficult species that not only requires a deep sandbed for natural burrowing, but is in general a more sensitive species. Ideally, it’s best to introduce and establish any Leopard Wrasses first before introducing more boisterous and larger fish to give the best chances of success. That way your Leopard Wrasse can establish itself and get used to eating prepared foods before more competitive fish are brought into the picture. You may keep multiple Leopard Wrasses in the same display tank, but introducing them simultaneously is ideal to reduce chances of aggression.
Aquarium Requirements
The Fiji Leopard Wrasse appreciates a mature, stable reef system with at least 90 gallons of swimming space and plenty of live rock for constant foraging. Provide a rockscape with caves, overhangs, and shaded areas so the fish can retreat and feel secure between feeding and foraging bouts.
A soft, fine sand bed of at least a couple of inches is essential to their survival, as this species dives into the substrate at night and when startled; barren, coarse, or sharp substrates can cause injury and stress as they will constantly try to burrow into it.
Specifications
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Sex: Females Only
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Approximate Size: 1.5-2.5"
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Diet: Carnivore; pods, small invertebrates, frozen mysis and brine, high-quality marine pellets and flakes
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Origin: Fiji and other Indo-Pacific reefs
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Care Level: Expert
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Reef Safe: Yes
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Temperament: Peaceful, active sand-sleeper
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Minimum Tank Size: 90 gallons with mature live rock and sand bed
Pairs well with
Fiji Leopard Wrasse EXPERT (Macropharyngodon Melagris)
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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?
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.
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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 FedEx is unreliable in my area?
We recommend shipping to a FedEx Ship Center, 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.