Leopard Wrasse?

[Dizzle63]

I am interested in controlling amphipods in my tank for better zoanthid growth. I had a yellow coris wrasse (Halichoeres chrysus) that was great at controlling them, but it also controlled the cleaner shrimp population, which I don't want. How are leopard wrasses in terms of ease of care? I have heard that they can be difficult, but I don't understand why.

 

[cloak]

Here's a good article.

http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2002-07/hcs3/index.php

 

[snorvich]

That is a must read article if you are considering leopard wrasses. Any idea how to get the medication to prophylactically treat for internal parasites?

 

[drtrash]

I just put a small (1.5 inch) splendid leopard in reef tank yesterday. He is eating cyclopees today but I have read they are difficult. Incredible color