African Cleaner Wrasse

African Cleaner Wrasse: A Unique & Beneficial Reef Fish The African Cleaner Wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) is a fascinating and highly specialized species that adds a touch of graceful elegance to any marine aquarium. Its unique appearance features a slender, bright blue body with a single, prominent black horizontal stripe that runs from its snout to its tail. This fish is renowned for its symbiotic relationship with other reef inhabitants; it sets up "cleaning stations" where it removes parasites and dead skin from other fish. This behavior is both mesmerizing to watch and highly beneficial for the health of your tank's ecosystem. The Cleaner Wrasse is a peaceful species that poses no threat to corals or invertebrates. Why the African Cleaner Wrasse is a Great Choice (with caution): Unique Behavior: Its role as a cleaner fish is one of the most interesting symbiotic relationships you can observe in a home aquarium. Elegant Appearance: Its sleek, blue body and active swimming ma