Christmas Wrasse

[hcoviedo]

I bought a Christmas Wrasse on Monday. Gorgeous. Saw hi
In tank Monday eve. Haven't seen him since. How do I know if he is dead or alive? How long can they hide if hiding? I have 90 gallon reef well established.

Thanks!

 

[miami dolfan]

They can hide for days. Mine didn't come out to show himself for 6 days.

 

[schwaggs]

+1

Mine came out a bit sooner than that. I believe they hide and sleep in the sand so expect it to dissapear periodically.

 

[FutureInterest]

Great choice on a fishie. They're beautiful. Don't be too alarmed if he doesn't pop up for a few days. Just be patient and when he does pop out for a peek throw some food in for him and soon he'll start following you around like a puppy dog.

 

[skriz]

Yep, he sleeps in the sand, so you may not see him for a bit. Very cool fish.

 

[hcoviedo]

He finally came out!!!!! Was out most of the day yesterday, but 6 line chasing him and he went back into hiding

 

[stacy22]

Six-lines can be a$$es. I hope your six-line doesn't harass him too much. Keep an eye on them. I have read many accounts of six-lines bullying others literally to their deaths.