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Broomtail Wrasse
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Broomtail Wrasse

Cheilinus lunulatus

The Broomtail Wrasse Cheilinus lunulatus is a rare marine species that is spectacularly colored. While a juvenile has muted colors, its coloration becomes more intense as it moves into adulthood. Patterns on its body also change with maturity. Juveniles display an olive colored face with muted verti
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Compatibility at a Glance

Reef compatible — can be kept with reef
Not coral compatible — avoid with coral
Invertebrates compatible — can be kept with invertebrates

Broomtail Wrasse is considered reef safe — it can generally be kept in tanks with corals and sessile invertebrates without damaging them.

Compatibility

Reef Compatible Coral Compatible Invertebrate Compatible

Care Parameters

Type:
fish
Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Swimming Zone:
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
bottom
Minimum Tank:
20 gallons
Schooling:
No
Diet:
carnivore
Safety:
Reef
Coral
Invert

Compatibility with Popular Tankmates

Verdicts from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. How our engine works →

Tank Compatibility

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