General information on Yellowtail Wrasse
This fish species is throughout tropical waters. It is primarily found in Pacific waters as well as those of the Indian ocean. It is not considered to be an endangered species because there is no evidence in the past to indicate that its numbers are declining. This species has a native range of the countries situated on both the east and western shores of the Indian ocean boundary and also the central, east, and western regions of the Pacific ocean boundaries. It is found in a depth range between 3 to 60 meters in depth and is considered to be a demersal species due to its affinity to lower levels. It can be found in a variety of habitats since it can be found in soft and hard coral zones. It can also be seen in sea-facing coral reefs, as being found in areas that have an abundance of sand and limestone. This particular species of wrasse can grow to the maximum height of 9.8 inches.
Yellowtail Wrasse Diet & Nutrition
It is an carnivore species that feeds on macro-invertebrates such as sea urchins, pyramide snalis, and flatworms that are found on ocean floors or in bottoms of habitats that are contaminated by sediment. Zooplanktons are also a significant component of the diet of the wrasse. In captivity, its diet should comprise of seafood that has been minced finely, live mysids as well as brine.
Yellowtail Wrasse Origin
It's found in tropical waters, notably the Indian Ocean and Pacific ocean waters. It is widespread in regions like the Great reef, east, central, and west pacific as well as the west and east Indian oceans, Indonesia, The Red Sea as well as Australia.
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