| Carpenter Flasher Wrasse |
| CARE LEVEL | TEMPERAMENT | DIET |
REEF SAFE |
| Easy | Peaceful |
Carnivore |
Yes |
| PURCHASE SIZE | MAX SIZE |
ORIGIN |
TANK SIZE |
| JUVENILE 1"-2" | 4-5" |
Indo | 50g |
| SG |
TEMPERATURE |
dKH |
pH |
| 1.020-1.025 | 72-78F |
8-12 |
8.1-8.4 |
|
View Marine Fish Compatibility Chart The Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse (Paracheilinus carpentieri) is a vibrant and striking fish found in the Indo-Pacific region. Known for its vivid, colorful appearance, it features a range of hues, including bright orange, pink, and yellow, along with iridescent blue markings. The males are particularly eye-catching, with elongated dorsal fins that they flare out dramatically during courtship displays. These fish are generally small, reaching a length of about 4 to 5 inches (10-12 cm), and are commonly seen in shallow reef environments, often darting between coral heads and rocky outcroppings. Their peaceful nature makes them popular in marine aquariums, although they prefer to be kept with similar-sized, non-aggressive tankmates. The Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse is also known for its ability to flash vibrant colors in rapid bursts, a behavior that is part of their mating rituals and territorial displays. Regular feedings should include vitamin enriched frozen mysis shrimp, frozen brine shrimp, and other meaty foods along with a high quality marine flake and/or marine pellet food. |