Dragon Wrasse

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Description

The Dragon Wrasse, also known as the Rockmover Wrasse, is famous for its extraordinary juvenile appearance, featuring elaborate leaf-like fin extensions and a erratic swimming motion that mimics drifting sea algae. As adults, they transform into formidable, mottled grey-and-black fish capable of flipping large pieces of rubble and rockwork in search of hidden invertebrates. They require a deep sand bed to sleep in, as well as firmly secured rock foundations so their constant rock-rearranging habits do not cause rockslides. They are ideal for large, rugged fish-only systems.

Feature Specification
Scientific Name Novaculichthys taeniourus
Care Level Moderate
Max Size 30 cm
Colour Greenish-brown with dark mottling and white tail bar (adults).
Shape Elongated, laterally compressed wrasse profile.
Location Indo-Pacific.
Diet Carnivore (Crustaceans, mollusks, urchins, mysis, chopped clams).
Water Temp 24°C – 28°C.
Temperament Semi-aggressive.
Aquarium Size 400+ Litres.
Reef Safe? No.

, also known as the Rockmover Wrasse, is famous for its extraordinary juvenile appearance, featuring elaborate leaf-like fin extensions and a erratic swimming motion that mimics drifting sea algae. As adults, they transform into formidable, mottled grey-and-black fish capable of flipping large pieces of rubble and rockwork in search of hidden invertebrates. They require a deep sand bed to sleep in, as well as firmly secured rock foundations so their constant rock-rearranging habits do not cause rockslides. They are ideal for large, rugged fish-only systems.

Feature Specification
Scientific Name Novaculichthys taeniourus
Care Level Moderate
Max Size 30 cm
Colour Greenish-brown with dark mottling and white tail bar (adults).
Shape Elongated, laterally compressed wrasse profile.
Location Indo-Pacific.
Diet Carnivore (Crustaceans, mollusks, urchins, mysis, chopped clams).
Water Temp 24°C – 28°C.
Temperament Semi-aggressive.
Aquarium Size 400+ Litres.
Reef Safe? No.
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