Candycane Femininus Wrasse
Candycane Femininus Wrasse
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Origin: Melanesia
Size info:
Size M: approx. 2.25 - 3.5"
There once was a wrasse of Candycane,
With colors that would drive you insane.
From Fiji it came,
Where it plays a game
Of cleaning other fish- a cool claim!
Anampses femininus is its name,
And its beauty is just like a flame.
Its fin is forked,
Its body- all striped,
It's a fish that everyone wants to claim!
Keeping Candycane Femininus Wrasse in an Aquarium
The Candycane Femininus Wrasse (Anampses femininus) is a beautiful and colorful fish that can be a great addition to a saltwater aquarium. Here are some things to keep in mind when keeping this fish:
Tank Size
The Candycane Femininus Wrasse requires a tank size of at least 75 gallons with plenty of open swimming space. It is important to provide plenty of hiding places and structures for the fish to explore.
Water Parameters
The Candycane Femininus Wrasse requires a well-established and stable aquarium with a pH range of 8.1-8.4, a salinity level of 1.020-1.025, and a temperature range of 72-78°F.
Diet
The Candycane Femininus Wrasse is a carnivorous fish that will eat a variety of foods including frozen and live meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, krill, and small pieces of fish or squid. It is important to feed this fish multiple times a day.
Behavior
The Candycane Femininus Wrasse is a peaceful fish that can be kept with other peaceful fish in a community tank. It is important to avoid keeping this fish with aggressive or territorial fish. This fish can be shy at first, but will become more active and outgoing as it becomes more comfortable in its environment.
Coolest Stuff
- The Candycane Femininus Wrasse has a stunning coloration with bright reds, pinks, and oranges.
- This fish is also known for its unique swimming behavior where it will swim upside down and backwards.
- The Candycane Femininus Wrasse is a protogynous hermaphrodite, meaning that females can change into males as they grow larger.
- This fish is also known for its ability to jump out of tanks, so it is important to have a secure lid on the aquarium.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
All livestock ordered between Monday and Sunday will ship out the following Tuesday or Wednesday. For example, livestock ordered between Monday the 1st and Sunday the 7th would ship out on Tuesday the 8th or Wednesday the 9th.
For the health and safety of our livestock we only ship on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. We’re unable to hold livestock longer than one week.
All livestock is part of our Arrive Alive + 72 Hour Guarantee. We must be notified within 72 hours of any issues or we will be unable to process your claim.
Livestock can be fragile. If your animal does not meet our standards at the time your shipment is being packed, we will notify you and give you a credit toward another piece of livestock. Our goal is to provide you with the healthiest livestock possible, and we’ll do our best to ensure it gets to you safely. Cash refunds are not available for livestock, only credit toward other livestock.
Local pick-up: Our online stocklist may be different than what’s available for in-store pickup. Please call 385-800-6711 for in-store availability. You may order livestock online for local pick-up, and your order will be ready for pick up the following Tuesday or Wednesday after it’s placed.
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