Adding a Leopard wrasse with an established black-backed wrasse

[Esage]

I have an established Black-backed wrasse ( Anampses Neoguinaicus) I'm wanting to add a leopard wrasse. Will this be a problem?

Thank you

 

[LobsterOfJustice]

Size of tank?


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[snorvich]

Neither should be kept in a 34 gallon tank.

 

[Esage]

That's old info. The 34 gallon was upgraded 8 months ago. It's a 90 gallon system the black backed has been in the tank for seven months.

 

[snorvich]

Together is iffy as both are copepod grazers.

 

[Esage]

So, the issue wouldn't be aggression, but could be an issue with available food?

 

[snorvich]

So, the issue wouldn't be aggression, but could be an issue with available food?

No. Often times similar feeders in a tank that is undersized (for multiples) will result in aggression.

 

[MIKE NY]

What species of Leopard. Some are more aggressive than others I have multiple Leopards with my Black back without issue, but a larger tank. Shouldn't be a problem if well fed. Mine even eat pellets now. Use an acclimation box for introduction( sand in it if it needs to be in there a few days) and make sure the Leopard is eating well beforehand.

 

[snorvich]

What species of Leopard. Some are more aggressive than others I have multiple Leopards with my Black back without issue, but a larger tank. Shouldn't be a problem if well fed. Mine even eat pellets now. Use an acclimation box for introduction( sand in it if it needs to be in there a few days) and make sure the Leopard is eating well beforehand.

There is a difference between a 90 gallon tank and a 170 gallon tank in terms of aggressive behavior.

 

[eatbreakfast]

It should be fine. Though the Anampses may outgrow the tank.

Use a social acclimation box for introduction. A. neoguinaicus are pretty mellow. There should be enough space and resources for both of them.