{"id":7868,"date":"2026-02-17T06:59:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/kuiters-wrasse-macropharyngodon-kuiteri\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:59:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:59:35","slug":"kuiters-wrasse-macropharyngodon-kuiteri","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=kuiters-wrasse-macropharyngodon-kuiteri","title":{"rendered":"Kuiters Wrasse Macropharyngodon Kuiteri"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kuiter\u2019s Wrasse (Macropharyngodon kuiteri<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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

The Kuiter\u2019s Wrasse, also known as the Yellow-Spotted Leopard Wrasse, is a stunning and peaceful reef-safe species featuring a beautifully detailed pattern of yellow spots and blue-green highlights across its body. Graceful and constantly active, this wrasse adds elegance and vibrant color to mature reef aquariums while helping control small invertebrate pests.<\/p>\n

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

Endemic to Australia, particularly along the Great Barrier Reef and New South Wales coast, Macropharyngodon kuiteri<\/em> inhabits coral rubble zones and sandy reef slopes, foraging for small crustaceans and worms.<\/p>\n

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

A carnivore that thrives on a varied diet of frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and quality marine pellets. Feed 2\u20133 times daily. A mature aquarium with live rock provides natural microfauna for grazing.<\/p>\n

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

Peaceful and reef-safe with most species. Ideal tank mates include tangs, gobies, fairy wrasses, and anthias. Avoid aggressive or boisterous fish that may outcompete it for food.<\/p>\n

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

Very peaceful. Rarely shows aggression and prefers calm, established reef environments with plenty of rockwork and a sand bed for burrowing.<\/p>\n

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

Recommended for intermediate to advanced aquarists. Requires a mature, stable system with live rock, natural microfauna, and excellent water quality.<\/p>\n

Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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    Temperature:<\/strong> 75\u00b0F \u2013 80\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

    Delicate, beautiful, and reef-safe, the Kuiter\u2019s Wrasse is a prized addition for experienced aquarists seeking a rare and visually captivating species from Australian waters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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