Banana Wrasse - Thalassoma lutescens
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The Banana Wrasse is a bold and energetic saltwater fish known for its vivid yellow-green coloration and constant swimming behavior. This active wrasse adds motion and color to large aquariums but requires careful tankmate selection due to its predatory tendencies and adult size.
Common Name: Banana Wrasse
Scientific Name: Thalassoma lutescens
Family: Labridae
Size: Up to 10 inches (25 cm)
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Difficulty: Moderate
Reef Safe: With caution
Native Region: Found throughout the Indo-Pacific, including coral reefs and lagoons from East Africa to the central Pacific.
Tank Size: Minimum of 125 gallons
Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
pH: 8.0–8.4
Salinity: 1.023–1.025
Substrate: Sand bed with ample live rock for hiding and swimming space.
• Behavior: Constant swimmer that requires a large tank with plenty of open water.
• Compatibility: May prey on small fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates—best kept with large, assertive tankmates.
• Diet: Carnivorous; feed a varied diet of meaty frozen foods, marine pellets, and mysis shrimp.
• Reef Consideration: Can disturb substrate and consume ornamental inverts—caution advised in reef setups.