Dusky Wrasse (Halichoeres marginatus)

The Dusky Wrasse (Halichoeres marginatus) is an uncommon find in the aquarium trade. Known to inhabit lagoons and seaward reefs along the upper edge of coral-rich areas in the Indo-Pacific. In the aquarium, these fish will appreciate a sandy substrate layer that is about 2-3 inches deep allowing them to burrow in the sand. This wrasse can be housed with other peaceful wrasses, including its species, and other community-friendly fish. Dusky Wrasses are great pest control for pyramidellid snails, nudibranchs, and many other unwanted invertebrates. Due to their propensity to consume invertebrates, they are not considered safe to house with them although they are coral safe.