Pearly Razor Wrasse

[Dizzle63]

Any information on these? LFS just got in two and they look really cool. Sorry, no idea on scientific name.

 

[small alien]

It's called the Google

Xyrichtys novacula

 

[small alien]

From Zipcode Zoo

Diet

Inhabits clear shallow areas with sandy bottoms , usually in the vicinity of seagrass beds and corals [2]. Feeds mainly on mollusks; also crabs and shrimps[3].
Reproduction

A protogynous hermaphrodite ; sexual dimorphism apparent in head shape and length of pelvic fin[4]. Builds nests with coral debris .
Behavior

Dives head first into the sand when frightened[5].

 

[edwing206]

Maybe the poster was looking for some personal experience.

It's called the Google

Xyrichtys novacula

 

[small alien]

Likely so. But the OP also said no idea on scientific name so just suggesting that that info is readily available through a quick internet search. And I performed said search on behalf of the OP.

 

[curlykid]

I would get one, they grow to 12" i think. As long as you have a 150 gallon or larger, you should be fine. PS. As with all wrasses, you will lose snails and hermits to them every-once-and-a-while.

 

[edwing206]

Good call.
My post sounded a little a-holeish. That's not how I meant it.

Likely so. But the OP also said no idea on scientific name so just suggesting that that info is readily available through a quick internet search. And I performed said search on behalf of the OP.

 

[Dizzle63]

I think I may pass. I only have a 75. Thanks for the comments guys, even the a-hole ones

 

[Dustin1300]

The 'a-hole' comment was just stating the obvious.

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[Dizzle63]

I was just joking about the other posting that happened. People need to lighten up.

 

[edwing206]

For the record I have no issues with "small alien". I actually enjoy reading his posts...