Triplespot Wrasse ( Halichoeres Pallidus)

The Triplespot Wrasse is a peaceful and visually stunning reef-safe wrasse, known for its striking vibrant pink coloration accented by three distinct black spots on its body. This hardy and active fish is an excellent addition to community and reef aquariums, offering natural pest control as it hunts small invertebrates like flatworms and bristle worms. Its vivid colors and functional role in maintaining tank health make it a favorite among aquarists.

Care Information

• Maximum Size: Up to 5 inches.
• Tank Size: 50 gallons minimum; requires a tank with plenty of swimming space and rockwork for foraging and hiding.
• Diet: Carnivorous; thrives on a varied diet of frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood, and high-quality marine pellets or flakes. It will also graze on small pests in the aquarium.
• Water Temp: 72-78°F.
• Salinity: 1.020-1.025.
• Aggression: Peaceful; ideal for community setups but may show minor territorial behavior toward other wrasses or similar species in smaller tanks.
• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate; hardy and easy to care for, making it a great choice for aquarists of all experience levels.
• Reef Compatibility: Reef-safe; does not harm corals or larger invertebrates, but its pest-hunting behavior can help maintain a balanced tank ecosystem.

Special Feature - Vibrant Pink Coloration and Pest Control
The Triplespot Wrasse is not only visually striking with its bright pink coloration and bold black spots, but it also serves a functional role in the tank. Its active foraging behavior makes it an excellent natural pest controller, helping to reduce populations of flatworms and bristle worms.

Compatibility
This wrasse is peaceful and works well in community setups with other non-aggressive or semi-aggressive tankmates. Avoid housing it with very small shrimp, as they may be mistaken for food. It thrives in tanks with live rock for foraging and plenty of open swimming areas.

Coloration

• Indo-Pacific Region: The Triplespot Wrasse showcases a vibrant pink body with three bold black spots along its sides, making it a standout addition to any reef or community tank. Its coloration and energetic behavior provide constant activity and visual interest​.

Typical Habitat

• Distribution: Native to the Indo-Pacific, particularly in coral reef zones and rocky areas where it actively forages for small invertebrates. In aquariums, it thrives in stable setups with sandy substrates and rockwork for hiding and hunting.