Are moon wrasse aggressive?

Are moon wrasse aggressive?

Moon Wrasse are an aggressive species that will actively prey upon invertebrates, crustaceans, mollusks and small fish; therefore they are not considered to be reef compatible and should only be housed with other aggressive and large fish species within a FOWLR environment.

Are lunar wrasse reef safe?

Generally not considered totally reef safe. Though they will not bother your corals they will eat your small crustaceans and invertebrates. The Moon Wrasses or Lunar Wrasses are carnivorous, in the wild they eat benthic invertebrates, especially crustaceans such as crabs, shells, and shrimp.

How big do moon wrasse get?

It is an inhabitant of coral reefs and surrounding areas at depths from 1 to 20 m (3.3 to 65.6 ft). Moon wrasses are carnivorous and tend to prey on fish eggs and small sea-floor dwelling invertebrates. This species can reach 45 cm (18 in) in total length.

Will lunar wrasse eat coral?

A lunare wrasse won’t eat coral, just knock them over.

Will lunar wrasse eat starfish?

Lunare wrasses are coral safe but they will pick at small fishes, snails, serpent starfish and other small crustaceans. Keep with other moderately aggressive fish. Diet. Feed a varied diet consisting of large chunks of meaty foods.