{"product_id":"fijian-ornate-wrasse","title":"Fijian Ornate Wrasse","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFijian Ornate Wrasse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFijian Ornate Wrasse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHalichoeres claudia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a spectacular marine fish covered in an intricate combination of red, green, blue and turquoise markings. Its colour and pattern become increasingly impressive as it matures, making it an outstanding feature fish for a well-established reef aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuveniles and females display two distinctive eyespots along the dorsal fin, while mature males develop stronger colouration and a more elaborate pattern. Active and constantly exploring, this wrasse brings plenty of movement and personality to the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose a Fijian Ornate Wrasse?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrilliant red, green, blue and turquoise colouration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive and engaging behaviour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally peaceful with unrelated fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually safe with corals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearches rockwork and sand for small invertebrates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelops more intense colouration as it matures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent feature fish for a larger marine aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fijian Ornate Wrasse should be housed in an established marine aquarium of at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e300 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with mature rockwork and plenty of open swimming space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA soft sand bed approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5cm deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is essential. Like other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHalichoeres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wrasses, this species buries itself beneath the sand to sleep and may also disappear into the substrate when frightened or newly introduced. Avoid coarse or sharp substrates that could damage its body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA securely fitted lid or mesh cover is also required, as wrasses are powerful and exceptionally capable jumpers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fijian Ornate Wrasse is generally peaceful towards unrelated fish but may become territorial towards similar wrasses, particularly as it matures. Introduce it carefully when other wrasses are already established in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is considered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereef safe with caution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. While it will not normally damage corals, it may eat small ornamental invertebrates such as shrimp, snails, tiny hermit crabs and feather dusters. It is therefore better suited to reef aquariums where protecting small mobile invertebrates is not the main priority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer a varied, protein-rich diet containing appropriately sized marine foods, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnriched brine shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality marine pellets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChopped seafood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen marine food blends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther meaty carnivore preparations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed smaller portions \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo to three times daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to maintain strong colouration, healthy body condition and consistent activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHalichoeres claudia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fijian Ornate Wrasse, Claudia’s Wrasse, Christmas Wrasse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e With caution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 300 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 10–13cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSand Bed Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure Lid Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24–26°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNewly introduced specimens may remain buried beneath the sand for several days while they adjust. This is usually normal, provided the aquarium is secure and water conditions remain stable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its exceptional colour, constant activity and bold personality, the Fijian Ornate Wrasse is an impressive choice for experienced marine fishkeepers with a mature aquarium, soft sand bed and carefully selected tankmates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43372144787533,"sku":null,"price":174.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/Untitleddesign_91_e6703091-3fe5-4cc0-bfd9-7b2f3289c663.png?v=1786069326","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/fijian-ornate-wrasse","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}