The Wrasse Lover's Thread!

[AL1]

Just picked up a Golden Rhomboid a few days ago...great looking fish, came out to eat next morning however has been hiding since. I know he's alive because I see him in his hiding spot, just can't get him to come out again....I'm getting concerned? I thought I would have seen him swimming around by now

 

[earthbound]

I am looking at getting an elegant Cori's wrasse and can't find much info about one. I only have an urchin only CUC so I am not worries about it going after snails or crabs but was wondering if the urchins are at risk too. I am hoping with it being on the smaller side for the genus that it will be OK. If anyone knows or has any other info/advice about the species I would appreciate it. Thanks

 

[Paul87]

Just picked up a Golden Rhomboid a few days ago...great looking fish, came out to eat next morning however has been hiding since. I know he's alive because I see him in his hiding spot, just can't get him to come out again....I'm getting concerned? I thought I would have seen him swimming around by now

Hope he gets comfy in your tank soon, those are an absolutely beautiful fish!

 

[AL1]

Hope he gets comfy in your tank soon, those are an absolutely beautiful fish!

Thanks bud so do I...I have been wanting one for the longest as soon as he makes his grand appearance I'll be sure to post some pics.

 

[Paul87]

I am looking at getting an elegant Cori's wrasse and can't find much info about one. I only have an urchin only CUC so I am not worries about it going after snails or crabs but was wondering if the urchins are at risk too. I am hoping with it being on the smaller side for the genus that it will be OK. If anyone knows or has any other info/advice about the species I would appreciate it. Thanks

Found this. Seems your urchin could be a target as well
Elegant Wrasse Information, Facts, Photos and Pictures - Information, Facts, Photos and Pictures of the Elegant Wrasse

 

[eatbreakfast]

okay my brother gave me his hovens or richmand wrasse? not sure but looks like she's got a bloated belly and struggling to survive! any help

How is its swimming? If it looks as though it is swimming head down it would be a swim bladder infection. If so a sterilized needle can release the gas. If it is an intestinal blockage stop feeding for a couple of days.

Just picked up a Golden Rhomboid a few days ago...great looking fish, came out to eat next morning however has been hiding since. I know he's alive because I see him in his hiding spot, just can't get him to come out again....I'm getting concerned? I thought I would have seen him swimming around by now

Are there any other wrasses in the tank or any other tankmates showing interest in him? If not just give it a few days he should start to get more and more bold. C. rhomboidalis is a pretty passive species.

I am looking at getting an elegant Cori's wrasse and can't find much info about one. I only have an urchin only CUC so I am not worries about it going after snails or crabs but was wondering if the urchins are at risk too. I am hoping with it being on the smaller side for the genus that it will be OK. If anyone knows or has any other info/advice about the species I would appreciate it. Thanks

Though the article cited specified that urchins are part of their diet, they lack the dentition to open the, up, so as long as you dont have triggers or puffers that are able to open them up, the venusta wont eat them. The article also mentioned a 30g aquarium as the minimum tank size, this is way too small for this fish, so that particular article may not be the most reliable.

They are a s,aller species of Coris and relatively peaceful, though I have found them to be a little pushy towards Halichoeres, Cirrhilabrus, and Paracheilinus, but ignores other Coris, Anampses, Macropharyngodon, and Thalasomma wrasses.

 

[AL1]

How is its swimming? If it looks as though it is swimming head down it would be a swim bladder infection. If so a sterilized needle can release the gas. If it is an intestinal blockage stop feeding for a couple of days.



Are there any other wrasses in the tank or any other tankmates showing interest in him? If not just give it a few days he should start to get more and more bold. C. rhomboidalis is a pretty passive species.



Though the article cited specified that urchins are part of their diet, they lack the dentition to open the, up, so as long as you dont have triggers or puffers that are able to open them up, the venusta wont eat them. The article also mentioned a 30g aquarium as the minimum tank size, this is way too small for this fish, so that particular article may not be the most reliable.

They are a s,aller species of Coris and relatively peaceful, though I have found them to be a little pushy towards Halichoeres, Cirrhilabrus, and Paracheilinus, but ignores other Coris, Anampses, Macropharyngodon, and Thalasomma wrasses.

Thanks for your reply, I do have several other wrasses...leopard, tamarin, yellow coris and a Christmas wrasse....however I have seen little to no aggression they seem to pay him no mind

 

[eatbreakfast]

Thanks for your reply, I do have several other wrasses...leopard, tamarin, yellow coris and a Christmas wrasse....however I have seen little to no aggression they seem to pay him no mind

As long as nobody is paying attention to him he should start to venture out more. Those species are all competition to him and he knows that and he is the new guy on the block, so being tentative is normal.

 

[AL1]

As long as nobody is paying attention to him he should start to venture out more. Those species are all competition to him and he knows that and he is the new guy on the block, so being tentative is normal.

He is larger than them I hope that helps him out a bit thanks for your response!! Much appreciated

 

[Dalmatia]

just a sterilized needle is ok? where do i poke him?

 

[eatbreakfast]

just a sterilized needle is ok? where do i poke him?

Dead center where the swelling is and go halfway through.

 

[AL1]

Tomorrow is a full week and he's still playing this shy game...any suggestions?

 

[ingtar_shinowa]

Tomorrow is a full week and he's still playing this shy game...any suggestions?

Next time use an acclimation box for a few days/weeks

 

[AL1]

Next time use an acclimation box for a few days/weeks

Wow I didn't even think of that I actually have one, too excited to put him in [emoji53] I hope he makes it ok..

 

[Aquaph8]

I hate when they get spooked like that, I don't have a very good track record with them when they get like that. With that said, I've never had that issue with a rhomboid but it's the reason I still don't have P. Attenuatus. IMO, its usually due to another fish and it doesn't always have to be obvious. It's like a mental dominance almost, I've seen it happen with Anthias too.

 

[AL1]

I hate when they get spooked like that, I don't have a very good track record with them when they get like that. With that said, I've never had that issue with a rhomboid but it's the reason I still don't have P. Attenuatus. IMO, its usually due to another fish and it doesn't always have to be obvious. It's like a mental dominance almost, I've seen it happen with Anthias too.

Even my fish need to see a shrink lol! I'm a little bummed out to say the least I hate to give up on him but I'd also hate to let him die..

 

[Black Pearl]

Finally got one

My new earmuff wrasse/ got to get a better pic, constantly on the move

 

[Aquaph8]

Is that the one from DD the other day

 

[KillerKlownFish]

So the solar I got keeps getting bullied. The good part is he's incredibly fast! A few fish have finally left him alone and he's claimed a small spot on the reef as well as the entire top of the tank. I had a 6line that disappears 6 months ago. I am a huge fan of wrasses now! Beautiful and funny characters. I so want a bigger tank!

 

[Black Pearl]

Yes from DD