Due to their sensitive nature, this fish is not covered by our live guarantee. An active and peaceful fish. Provide plenty of hiding places. Does best when kept with other community tank mates. May be shy at first, but will quickly acclimate to its surroundings and spend more time out in the open. This fish requires a sand bed of at least 4 inches. Can be kept in groups. Diet should consist of fresh or frozen seafood such as mysis and brine shrimp, high quality flake food, and other small meaty items. Maximum Length: 6 in. Care Level: Difficult Family: Labridae Reef Compatibility: Reef safe. Minimum Aquarium Size: 55 gal. Range: Western Indian Ocean: ranging south to Natal, South Africa; excluding the Red Sea Diet: Carnivore- Meaty fare Water Conditions: 74-80 F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
