Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse
Available for the first time outside Diver’s Den®, Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse, or the Tanaka Possum Wrasse, delivers entrancing coloration made even more mystifying by its secretive nature. This cautious rock dweller boasts a stunning sunset reddish-orange body accented with four thin white bands, plus two false eyespots above and below the tail. Identified in 2007, the Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse is the namesake of acclaimed researcher Hiroyuki Tanaka, MD.
In the wild, Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse’s diet consists of small benthic invertebrates. In the home aquarium, their diet should include vitamin enriched frozen mysis shrimp, vitamin enriched frozen brine shrimp, and other meaty foods along with a high quality marine flake and marine pellet food.
Provide plenty of caves and hiding spots as Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse is a cautious fish that prefers to remain hidden.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Coloration | Sunset reddish-orange body with four thin white bands and two false eyespots |
| Behavior | Cautious, secretive, rock dweller that prefers hiding spots |
| Diet | Vitamin enriched frozen mysis shrimp, frozen brine shrimp, meaty foods, marine flake, marine pellet |
| Origin | Identified in 2007, named after researcher Hiroyuki Tanaka, MD |
FAQ
What kind of hiding spots does Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse need?
Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse is a cautious fish and requires plenty of caves and hiding spots to feel secure in an aquarium.
What should I feed my Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse?
Feed a varied diet including vitamin enriched frozen mysis shrimp, vitamin enriched frozen brine shrimp, meaty foods, and high quality marine flake or marine pellet food.
Is Tanaka’s Pygmy Wrasse suitable for beginner aquarium keepers?
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Oliver Ball –
The fish arrived healthy and looks vibrant. I provided plenty of rock crevices and it’s been hiding in one corner most of the time. It eats the mysis shrimp and brine shrimp regularly. The color is striking, especially the orange body with white bands. A unique addition to my tank.
Jessica Parr –
I was drawn to the coloration and the mystery of its behavior. It’s shy and stays in the back of the tank, which is perfect for a peaceful setup. Feeding it the recommended frozen foods works well. I’d recommend it for a reef tank with plenty of structure.
Joanne Davies –
The fish is very active during feeding times and shows interest in the frozen foods. It doesn’t seem to stress in the tank and stays calm. The false eyespots are a fascinating detail. I love the subtle beauty of its coloration.