Yellow Coris Wrasse (Halichoeres chrysus)

Max Size: 5 inchesDiet: CarnivoreTemperament: PeacefulReef Compatible: YesMinimum Tank Size: 50 gallons The Yellow Wrasse, known by several names such as Golden Rainbowfish, Golden Wrasse, Yellow Coris, or Canary Wrasse, is a stunningly colorful marine fish that adds a delightful visual appeal and liveliness to any aquarium. Aquarists of all skill levels favor the Yellow Coris Wrasse due to its robustness and relatively compact size. Notably, juvenile and young female Yellow Coris Wrasse display multiple black spots on their fins, while mature adults have only one spot. In its natural habitat, the Yellow Coris Wrasse is primarily found in the Eastern Indian Ocean, extending to the Western Pacific Ocean, including regions such as the Solomon Islands and as far north as Southern Japan and south to Rowley Shoals and the Australian coast of New South Wales. This species is often associated with reefs and can typically be spotted at the reef edge in sandy and rubble zones. For an optimal se