Formosa Wrasse (Juvenile)

Formosa Wrasse (Juvenile) (Coris frerei) 

Juvenile Formosa Wrasses are characterized by their vibrant red-orange color, featuring two black-edged white spots on their head and rear dorsal area, as well as a black-edged white slash extending from the front dorsal to the belly. The black edging often blends into the orange body. As they mature, they transition to a grey body adorned with black spots, while their fins display pink and green hues. Their face becomes yellow, highlighted by a striking blue-green slash that runs from the cheek to the nape. Oris Wrasses spend a significant amount of time buried in the substrate of their aquarium. They thrive in tanks with fine to moderately sized substrate that is smooth and safe for burrowing. It’s essential to provide open areas free of rockwork to allow them to bury themselves comfortably. While most coris wrasses do not actively feed on corals, they may occasionally nip at polyps. They also have a tendency to overturn rocks and rubble in search of small crustaceans, worms, and other prey, so it’s advisable not to keep them with corals that aren’t securely anchored. Additionally, they may nip at invertebrates like feather dusters. Some coris wrasses can grow quite large; while juveniles may be safe in reef setups, adult wrasses can be more destructive.