Redtail Tamarin Wrasse

Redtail Tamarin Wrasse

Scientific Name Anampses chrysocephalus
Identification Females: black with white spots; males: greenish with red tail. Hawaiian endemic. Rare.
Maximum Length 7 inches
Origin Hawaii
Minimum Tank Size 100 gallons
Reef Compatibility Reef safe with caution

Behavior

Peaceful; sensitive and somewhat delicate. Requires a mature tank and peaceful tankmates.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore. Feed mysis, Cyclop-eeze, and small meaty frozen foods. May require live foods initially.

Cautions

Difficult to wean onto prepared foods; needs quality live and frozen prey.