Timor Wrasse
(Halichoeres timorensis)

Description

Timor Wrasse: A Vivid Reef Jewel for Your Aquarium

Add a splash of vibrant colour and captivating activity to your marine display with the stunning Timor Wrasse. This active and intriguing fish is a fantastic choice for a well-maintained reef system.

Overview

The Timor Wrasse (*Halichoeres timorensis*) boasts a brilliant green body adorned with striking orange dashes and patterns, truly a jewel of the reef. Males often exhibit more vibrant colours and ornate fins compared to females. These active swimmers will gracefully explore your aquarium, diligently foraging among live rock and burrowing into the sand bed for rest or safety, offering engaging behaviour for your observation.

Care Level

Considered a moderate care level species, the Timor Wrasse is generally peaceful but can be semi-aggressive towards similar species if not introduced carefully or without adequate space. They are largely reef-safe with corals, though caution is advised with very small ornamental shrimp, fanworms, or snails, as they may occasionally prey upon them.

Tank Essentials

A mature marine aquarium of at least 200 litres (approximately 53 gallons) is recommended for a single Timor Wrasse, larger for groups. Essential for their well-being is a deep, fine sand bed (at least 5-7.5 cm) for burrowing, alongside ample live rock for shelter and foraging. A tight-fitting lid is absolutely crucial, as these wrasses are known for jumping.

Diet

As a carnivorous species, the Timor Wrasse thrives on a varied diet of meaty foods. Offer high-quality marine flakes, pellets, and frozen preparations such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood multiple times a day. Their natural foraging habits also make them excellent at controlling nuisance flatworms and pyramidellid snails.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Timor Wrasse online from us, you choose healthy aquarium fish. We meticulously quarantine and acclimate all our marine livestock to ensure they arrive vibrant and ready to thrive in your care. Our commitment to ethical sourcing and responsible shipping practices guarantees the well-being of your new aquatic companion.

• Scientific Name: Halichoeres timorensis
• Common Name / Variant: Timor Wrasse
• Maximum Size: 12 cm
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific (Sri Lanka to Indonesia)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–28°C
• Lifespan: Up to 10 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid | Bottom

Bring the captivating Timor Wrasse home to your reef aquarium today!