Yellow Coris Wrasse

• ExerciseVery high

  A powerful swimmer that needs a long tank and real swimming space.

• GroomingAttentive tank care

  Sensitive to water quality — stay on top of testing and maintenance.

• Living spaceNano-tank friendly

  Happy in a small, stable, well-filtered tank.

• Owner experienceSome experience helps

  A little know-how makes life smoother.

• Commitment5–10 years

  Plan for a long, loving relationship.

Health to watch: Ich (white spot) · Fin rot · Parasites

The Yellow Coris Wrasse, also called the Yellow or Golden Wrasse (Halichoeres chrysus), comes from the Indo-Pacific and reaches about 12 cm. Bright lemon-yellow with small false eyespots on the dorsal fin, it is a hardy and active member of the Halichoeres genus that buries itself in sand to rest. Provide a 150-litre (40-gallon) or larger reef tank with a soft sand bed at least 5 cm deep and a secure lid, at 24-26C, salinity 1.024-1.026, pH 8.1-8.4. It is reef-safe and preys on nuisance snails, flatworms, and small bristleworms. Feed mysis, marine pellets, and chopped seafood a couple of times daily. Peaceful with most tankmates, it makes an excellent, forgiving first wrasse.

• How active is a Yellow Coris Wrasse?

  Very high. A powerful swimmer that needs a long tank and real swimming space.

• How much maintenance does a Yellow Coris Wrasse need?

  Attentive tank care. Sensitive to water quality — stay on top of testing and maintenance.

• What tank size does a Yellow Coris Wrasse need?

  Nano-tank friendly. Happy in a small, stable, well-filtered tank.

• Is a Yellow Coris Wrasse a good fit for first-time owners?

  Some experience helps. A little know-how makes life smoother.

• How long do Yellow Coris Wrasse live?

  5–10 years. Plan for a long, loving relationship.

• What health issues affect the Yellow Coris Wrasse?

  Keep an eye out for Ich (white spot), Fin rot, Parasites. These are worth raising with your vet, along with any screening they recommend.

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