Yellow Coris Wrasse

Saltwater Fish — Halichoeres chrysus

The Yellow Coris Wrasse is known for its bright yellow coloration, active personality, and natural pest-hunting behavior, making it a colorful and useful addition to a reef aquarium. It requires a sandy area for burrowing and sleeping and is generally peaceful with suitable tank mates.

REEF SAFE: With Caution

CARE LEVEL: Beginner–Intermediate

MAX SIZE: Up to 5" (12 cm)

MIN. TANK SIZE: 50 Gallons

TEMPERATURE: 74–80°F (23–27°C)

DIET: Carnivore

FEEDING: Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood, and marine pellets; feed 1–2 times daily

TEMPERAMENT: Peaceful

COMPATIBILITY: Peaceful community fish; may prey on small shrimp, snails, worms, and other small invertebrates; provide a soft sand bed for burrowing