{"id":3520,"date":"2026-02-16T23:28:15","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:28:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/comet-wrasse-labropsis-xanthonota\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T23:28:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:28:15","slug":"comet-wrasse-labropsis-xanthonota","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=comet-wrasse-labropsis-xanthonota","title":{"rendered":"Comet Wrasse Labropsis Xanthonota"},"content":{"rendered":"

Comet Wrasse (Labropsis xanthonota<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The Comet Wrasse, also known as the Yellowtail Tamarin Wrasse, is a beautifully sleek and elegant species known for its dark, iridescent body accented by a vivid yellow tail and blue facial markings. Graceful in motion and relatively peaceful, this wrasse makes a striking addition to mature reef or fish-only aquariums.<\/p>\n

Origin<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Found throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including Indonesia, the Maldives, and the Great Barrier Reef, Labropsis xanthonota<\/em> inhabits coral-rich lagoons and outer reef slopes where it feeds among branching corals.<\/p>\n

Feeding<\/strong><\/h4>\n

A carnivore that primarily feeds on small crustaceans, copepods, and zooplankton. In captivity, offer a varied diet of frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and small marine pellets. Feed multiple small meals daily.<\/p>\n

Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Peaceful but shy; best kept with non-aggressive tank mates such as gobies, fairy wrasses, anthias, and small reef fish. Avoid boisterous or predatory species that may intimidate or outcompete it for food.<\/p>\n

Aggression<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Generally peaceful and reclusive, especially when first introduced. Provide ample live rock for shelter and security.<\/p>\n

Experience Level<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Best suited for intermediate to advanced aquarists due to its delicate feeding habits and initial shyness. Requires a mature tank with stable water conditions and plenty of natural microfauna.<\/p>\n

Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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    Temperature:<\/strong> 75\u00b0F \u2013 81\u00b0F (24\u00b0C \u2013 27\u00b0C)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Salinity:<\/strong> 1.020 \u2013 1.025 SG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    pH:<\/strong> 8.1 \u2013 8.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Alkalinity:<\/strong> 8 \u2013 12 dKH<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Elegant, peaceful, and eye-catching, the Comet Wrasse brings subtle beauty and graceful movement to the reef aquarium when provided with the right care and calm companions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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