Cleaner Wrasse

Cleaner Wrasse

A fascinating and highly active wrasse known for its natural cleaning behavior, where it removes parasites and dead tissue from other fish. The Cleaner Wrasse adds constant movement and unique interaction to reef aquariums.

🔵 Conditioned & Prepared – Actively Eating

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Advanced
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 3–5 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

Cleaner Wrasses are extremely active swimmers that spend most of their time interacting with tankmates. In the wild, they establish “cleaning stations” where fish visit to be cleaned.

They require stable aquariums and frequent feeding due to their high metabolism.

Feeding & Diet

Carnivorous and requires consistent feeding.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Frozen mysis shrimp
• Enriched brine shrimp
• Small pellets

In Your Aquarium:

• Frozen foods
• Small meaty foods
• Frequent feeding recommended

Long-term success improves significantly once conditioned onto prepared foods.

Compatibility Notes

Compatible with:

• Tangs
• Wrasses
• Reef-safe fish

Avoid aggressive species that may harass them.

Lush Corals Conditioning Process

This fish has been carefully conditioned and prepared prior to sale.

While certain species such as wrasses are not held through our full quarantine process, each fish is:

• Carefully inspected upon arrival
• Proactively dipped and treated
• Observed for health and behavior
• Conditioned to eat prepared foods

This ensures your fish arrives healthy, feeding, and well-adjusted, giving you a strong start in your aquarium.