Mystery Wrasse

1. Tank Size:

• A minimum tank size of 30 gallons is recommended for a single mystery wrasse. Larger tanks are advisable if you plan to keep multiple wrasses.

2. Water Parameters:

• Maintain stable water conditions with a temperature range of 75-82°F (24-28°C).

• pH should be between 8.1 and 8.4.

• Ammonia and nitrite levels should be undetectable, and nitrate levels should be kept below 10-20 ppm.

• Specific gravity should be between 1.020 and 1.025.

3. Substrate and Decor:

• Provide a sandy substrate to allow the wrasse to bury itself for sleep and protection.

• Incorporate live rock to create hiding spots, caves, and grazing areas.

4. Lighting:

• Moderate to high lighting is suitable for most mystery wrasses, especially if you have a reef tank with corals.

5. Diet:

• Mystery wrasses are carnivores, and they should be fed a varied diet.

• Offer high-quality marine pellets, frozen or live mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and other small meaty foods.

• Feed small amounts multiple times a day.

6. Compatibility:

• Most mystery wrasses are generally peaceful but may show aggression towards other wrasses, particularly those of the same genus.

• Exercise caution when keeping them with other aggressive or territorial fish.

• Provide hiding spots for wrasses to escape potential aggression.

7. Tank Mates:

• Compatible tank mates include peaceful reef fish and invertebrates.

• Avoid aggressive or predatory species that may harass or prey on the wrasse.

8. Behavior:

• Mystery wrasses are active swimmers and may occasionally bury themselves in the substrate for sleep or protection.

• They may establish territories, especially if kept with conspecifics or similar-looking species.

9. Quarantine:

• Quarantine new fish before introducing them to the main tank to prevent the spread of diseases.

10. Monitoring Health:

• Keep a close eye on the health of your mystery wrasse. Watch for signs of stress, disease, or abnormal behavior.

Remember to research the specific species you have or plan to acquire, as there may be some nuances in care requirements based on the particular mystery wrasse in question. Always be attentive to the individual needs and behaviors of your fish.