{"id":6999,"date":"2026-02-17T06:49:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:49:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/hawaiian-redtail-wrasse-anampses-chrysocephalus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:49:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:49:21","slug":"hawaiian-redtail-wrasse-anampses-chrysocephalus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=hawaiian-redtail-wrasse-anampses-chrysocephalus","title":{"rendered":"Hawaiian Redtail Wrasse Anampses Chrysocephalus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hawaiian Redtail Wrasse (Anampses chrysocephalus<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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

The Hawaiian Redtail Wrasse is a striking and graceful reef fish, showcasing brilliant blue, green, and red coloration with a distinctive red tail and intricate patterning. Peaceful and active, this species adds elegance and movement to mature reef aquariums while helping to control small invertebrate populations.<\/p>\n

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

Native to the Hawaiian Islands and parts of the central Pacific Ocean, Anampses chrysocephalus<\/em> inhabits coral reefs and rocky slopes, where it forages among the substrate for small crustaceans and worms.<\/p>\n

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

An omnivore that thrives on frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and high-quality marine pellets. Provide live rock to support natural foraging behavior. Feed 2\u20133 times daily in small portions.<\/p>\n

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

Peaceful and reef-safe, suitable for community aquariums with tangs, gobies, anthias, and other non-aggressive fish. Avoid large or aggressive species that may bully or outcompete it.<\/p>\n

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

Very peaceful. Rarely aggressive toward tank mates but may show mild territoriality toward other Anampses<\/em> species. Requires ample hiding spots and a sand bed for burrowing.<\/p>\n

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

Recommended for intermediate to advanced aquarists. Sensitive during acclimation and requires a mature, stable system with fine sand and excellent water quality.<\/p>\n

Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h4>\n
    \n
  • \n

    Temperature:<\/strong> 74\u00b0F \u2013 80\u00b0F (23\u00b0C \u2013 27\u00b0C)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  • \n

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

  • \n

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

  • \n

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

    Elegant, peaceful, and beautifully colored, the Hawaiian Redtail Wrasse is a prized addition to large, established reef aquariums\u2014perfect for aquarists seeking a delicate yet dazzling centerpiece fish.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Hawaiian Redtail Wrasse (Anampses chrysocephalus) Overview The Hawaiian Redtail Wrasse is a striking and graceful reef fish, showcasing brilliant blue, green, and red coloration with a distinctive red tail and intricate patterning. Peaceful and active, this species adds elegance and movement to mature reef aquariums while helping to control small invertebrate populations. Origin Native to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":6998,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[127],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-6999","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-marine-wrasse","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/6999","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/6998"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=6999"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=6999"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=6999"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=6999"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}