Yellow Coris Wrasse

Yellow Coris Wrasse (Halichoeres chrysus)

The Yellow Wrasse, also known as the Golden Rainbowfish, Golden Wrasse, Yellow Coris, or Canary Wrasse, is a stunningly vibrant fish that adds exceptional visual appeal and activity to any marine aquarium. This hardy and relatively compact wrasse is popular among hobbyists of all skill levels. Juvenile and young female Yellow Wrasses are adorned with multiple black spots on their fins, while mature adults typically display just one. Native to the Eastern Indian Ocean and extending into the Western Pacific, including the Solomon Islands and as far north as Southern Japan and south to Rowley Shoals in New South Wales, the Yellow Wrasse thrives in reef-associated environments, often found at the reef edge among sand and rubble. To create an ideal habitat for the Yellow Wrasse, a well-established saltwater aquarium of at least 50 gallons with a secure lid is essential. Aqua scaping with ample live rock will provide plenty of nooks for exploration and refuge, along with a sandy substrate of 2-3 inches deep for burrowing. Open swimming spaces should also be included, and it’s best to house the Yellow Wrasse with other peaceful wrasses, including its own species. The natural diet of the Yellow Wrasse consists of benthic invertebrates. In the aquarium, they will eat fire worms and pyramidellid snails, helping to protect corals and clams from these pests.