{"product_id":"bird-nose-wrasse","title":"Birdnose Wrasse","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 42);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Birdnose Wrasse\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Birdnose Wrasse is a striking and highly active marine fish recognised for its \u003cstrong\u003elong, pointed beak-like snout, streamlined body and vibrant green, blue and yellow colouration\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its unusual appearance and constant activity make it an excellent feature fish for larger marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirdnose Wrasses are powerful swimmers and spend much of their time cruising through the aquarium and exploring rockwork. They are intelligent and curious fish that quickly learn to recognise feeding routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally hardy once established but can become \u003cstrong\u003eaggressive towards smaller, passive fish and other wrasses\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly in confined aquariums. Plenty of open swimming space and rockwork is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirdnose Wrasses are carnivorous and should be fed a varied diet of mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, chopped seafood and quality marine pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally considered \u003cstrong\u003ereef safe with corals\u003c\/strong\u003e, although their active hunting behaviour means very small ornamental crustaceans may be at risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eGomphosus varius\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birdnose Wrasse \/ Bird Wrasse\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Labridae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine Fish \/ Wrasse\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 450 L+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Levels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally, with caution around small invertebrates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large marine aquariums, reef systems and established fish communities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does a Birdnose Wrasse get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirdnose Wrasses can reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them a substantial fish that requires plenty of swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Birdnose Wrasses reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally reef safe with corals, but their predatory nature means \u003cstrong\u003esmall ornamental shrimp and other tiny crustaceans may be eaten\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Birdnose Wrasses eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are carnivorous and readily accept mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood and quality marine pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Birdnose Wrasses be kept with other wrasses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can be territorial towards other wrasses, particularly similar-sized or similarly shaped species. Careful selection of tank mates and sufficient aquarium space are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Birdnose Wrasses need a sand bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey don't rely on sand for sleeping in the same way as many Halichoeres wrasses. However, providing suitable rockwork and sheltered areas is important for security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them in an undersized aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBirdnose Wrasses are active swimmers and can reach around 30 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot providing enough swimming space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave plenty of open water around the rockwork for natural cruising behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them with very small fish or shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir natural hunting behaviour can put small tank mates at risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping incompatible wrasses together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTerritorial behaviour can become significant between similar wrasse species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderfeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eActive wrasses have high energy requirements and benefit from regular feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Unsexed","offer_id":48917884141707,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Male","offer_id":48917900427403,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/jzRkxUYjA7QLufy7PopWPhndGCgIYAcuT-uX7YPu-aQoZPTIzGGcpBUe7uyvA5R3wHrSksIle9b9YLJhrxxs4ZNtDUsWuSx64M5n2X7eYJXEK-CkQPWkRnRGj7B5i1_34JjSBN4mw8iR3hTR77TI0f47KxGdsCPaiSozjV_9Q5XAbzbEaHDeUwn.jpg?v=1787032066","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/bird-nose-wrasse","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}