tennisjad3 Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 I picked up one of these sold as a regular Possum Wrasse (talk about a nice discount) a few days ago, but I haven't seen him out yet? I bought a candy striped hogfish with him who is all over the place, but I've only seen the reasse poke out a few times at most. Anyone have any expierence with this breed? I'm just hoping he manages to get himself some food, I really like the little guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennisjad3 Posted May 21, 2015 Author Share Posted May 21, 2015 As for tankmates its the wrasse, the hogfish, two tiny skunks clowns, a tiny clown goby and 2 shrimp in a 29 gallon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nori4dori Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Curious to know how you were able to positively identify it. They look so similar http://www.thereeftank.com/forums/f6/tanakas-pygmy-wrasse-vs-white-banded-possum-wrasse-173507.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dean Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 I have read that this species of pigmy wrasse is very illusive. I have thought about getting one myself and probably would have if I came across one at the LFS. I have a yellow band that is very social though not nearly as pretty as the Tanakas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesilverado8888 Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 My 6 line went missing for a week one time Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennisjad3 Posted May 21, 2015 Author Share Posted May 21, 2015 (edited) Curious to know how you were able to positively identify it. They look so similar http://www.thereeftank.com/forums/f6/tanakas-pygmy-wrasse-vs-white-banded-possum-wrasse-173507.html It didn't have the extra stripes on its face, so I figured that was the difference. Also his tail is lighter too Edited May 21, 2015 by tennisjad3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennisjad3 Posted May 21, 2015 Author Share Posted May 21, 2015 My 6 line went missing for a week one time Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I have read that this species of pigmy wrasse is very illusive. I have thought about getting one myself and probably would have if I came across one at the LFS. I have a yellow band that is very social though not nearly as pretty as the Tanakas. Thats good to know, he's popping out every hour or so, but darts back in the rocks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reburn Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 I have had one. They are very elusive. They tolerate no bullying. When they get comfortable they will glide in and out of the rock work all day. If your tank is mature he will be fine until he starts eating frozen. Mine would eat krill, brine and rods food. Never got it to eat pellets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpb Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 I put a Pygmy possum wrasse (similar) into my tank months ago and never saw it again. Went into the rocks to never return. It was less than 1". For all I know it could still be alive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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