Can anyone ID this wrasse for me?

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Can you get some pics with more white? Guessing from the shots. it looks like it would be a "Halichoeres Claudia: or some call them Christmas Wrasses. I know they're almost impossible to photograph but some white it the pics will help us help you;)
 
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Thanks
I will try take some better pics tomorrow when I have the lights on. I just want to make sure what it is and if it is reef safe before it makes it to the DT. But I am pretty sure its not a splendid =/.

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Halichoeres margaritaceus. Will eat motile inverts and gets semi aggressive as it grows.
 
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Thank You!
I will still try post some clearer pics today. But sounds like I will have to ask the local pet store if they will take him.
 

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Yup, H. margaritaceus.
 
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Thank you very much. Now to find someone to take him.
 

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