Halichoeres Chrysus (Yellow / labre canary)

Halichoeres Chrysus (Yellow / labre canary)

Description

Fully yellow fish, with a black point on the backbone for males (!) These fish are hermaphrodites and all the little ones are first females; Then the most dominant become males. In the evening, he enters completely by plunging head first into the layer of sand which must have a mini thickness of 5 to 10cm. It is a magnificent spectacle. It supports all other fish and even other labres provided that they are not of the same dominant color.

Halichooeres Chrysus fish is a fish from the labridae family, which includes around 80 different species. It is often called "chryse-fish fish" due to its brilliant coloring and many scales. This fish can measure up to 15 centimeters long and is mainly found in the warm and shallow waters of tropical and subtropical seas, such as the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean.

The body of the Halichoeres Chrysus fish is elongated and covered with many shiny scales. Its color varies according to the environment in which it lives, ranging from dark blue to green, with metallic reflections which give the impression that it is covered with glitter. The fish also has a black band that crosses his body, starting from his head and ending at the base of his tail.

Halichoeres Chrysus fish is an opportunistic predator that feeds mainly on small crustaceans and molluscs. You can see him hunting in a group, using his speed and maneuverability to capture his prey. Halichooeres chrysus fish can also feed on plankton and small fish, although it is not a predator as effective as some of its fellows.

Halichoeres Chrysus fish is also known for its social behavior, often moving into dense groups in coral reefs. These groups can include up to several hundred fish, chasing and feeding together. Halichoeres Chrysus fish is also appreciated for its ability to adapt to many different environments, making it a popular choice for aquariums.

Halichooeres chrysus fish is an unpretentious fish that can be easily high in aquarium. It needs sufficient space to swim and a well oxygenous environment, with plants and rocks to hide. Halichoeres chrysus fish is also sensitive to temperature and water changes, so it is important to maintain the aquarium at stable temperature and quality of water.

In summary, Halichoeres Chrysus fish is a colorful and social fish that is found in tropical and subtropical waters. It feeds mainly on small crustaceans and molluscs, and can be easily high in aquarium.

Origin

  • Family : Labridae
  • Origin : Japan, Christmas islands and Marshall

Features

  • Adult size : 12 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Seawater, hot
  • Temperature : 22 - 25 °C
  • pH : 7,5 - 8,5
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 200

Dimorphism

Apart from the ocelle, nothing special (!)

Reproduction

Impossible for the moment in aquarium.

Contribution

  • Created by : jaguar40
  • Last update : 16/09/2022

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