{"product_id":"twospot-maori-wrasse-cheilinus-bimaculatus","title":"Twospot Maori Wrasse - Oxycheilinus bimaculatus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwospot Maori Wrasse (Oxycheilinus bimaculatus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"276\"\u003eThe Twospot Maori Wrasse, Oxycheilinus bimaculatus, is a colourful and unusual marine wrasse with variable red, green, yellow and mottled patterning, often with distinctive spotting and strong sex-related colour differences. Also known as the Two-spot Wrasse, Little Maori Wrasse or Twospot Maori Wrasse, this Indo-Pacific species is smaller than many other Maori wrasses, but it is still an active predatory wrasse rather than a peaceful nano reef fish. It is best suited to mature fish-only or robust marine aquariums with sand, live rock and carefully chosen tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eTwospot Maori Wrasse, Two-spot Maori Wrasse, Two-spot Wrasse, Little Maori Wrasse, Little Maori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eOxycheilinus bimaculatus\u003cbr data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eFormerly listed as Cheilinus bimaculatus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eUsually around 15 cm, with some sources giving up to approximately 17 cm for large males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eMarine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eIndo-Pacific reef regions, including Australia and many tropical western Pacific areas. Naturally found on outer reef slopes, deep clear lagoons, rubble zones, algae-covered seabeds, seagrass beds and sometimes sheltered estuaries or harbours. It is associated with sand, rubble, algae and reef structure, where it forages for small benthic prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eHardness or Salinity: SG 1.020–1.025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eSemi-aggressive. It may be manageable with robust peaceful to moderately assertive marine fish, but can become territorial and may harass timid tank mates, smaller wrasses or newly introduced fish. It should not be kept with tiny gobies, dartfish or delicate species that may be bullied or viewed as prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eCarnivorous predator and invertebrate hunter. In the aquarium, offer a varied diet of frozen mysis, enriched brineshrimp, krill, chopped clam, mussel, prawn, squid, marine fish flesh and quality marine carnivore pellets. It may eat small crustaceans, molluscs, worms, snails, shrimps, crabs, small urchins and other benthic invertebrates, so meaty feeding and careful stocking are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003eA minimum of 400 litres is recommended for a single specimen, with larger aquariums preferred for long-term care or if keeping with other active wrasses. Provide open swimming room, mature live rock, caves, rubble and a soft sandy substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003eAn active, inquisitive wrasse that spends much of its time exploring rockwork, rubble and sandy areas while searching for prey. It may rearrange sand and small rubble while foraging, and it uses structure for shelter and security. Like many wrasses, it can jump when startled, so a tight-fitting lid or mesh cover is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3469\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eReef Safe with Caution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3081\"\u003eGenerally safe with corals in the sense that it is not a dedicated coral grazer, but it is not safe with many ornamental invertebrates. It may eat or harass shrimps, crabs, snails, tube worms, small sea stars, small urchins, cucumbers and other small benthic animals. Best suited to fish-only-with-live-rock systems or robust reef aquariums where invertebrate losses are an accepted risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3471\" data-end=\"3993\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3509\"\u003eBest kept as a single specimen unless the aquarium is very large and carefully planned. Provide mature rockwork, hiding places, soft sand and strong filtration. Avoid ornamental shrimps and small clean-up crew animals if they are valued. Add with care to peaceful communities, as removal can be difficult once established. Colour and markings can vary strongly with sex, maturity and mood, and exact identification should be checked because Maori wrasses can be confused in the trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4034\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4008\" data-end=\"4011\"\u003eExperienced fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4036\" data-end=\"4079\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4049\" data-end=\"4052\"\u003eRare or occasional in trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4081\" data-end=\"4341\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46040585765037,"sku":"AG-100479","price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46040585732269,"sku":"AG-100478","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46040585797805,"sku":"AG-103405","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"X-Large","offer_id":46040585830573,"sku":"AG-103406","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/TwospotMaoriWrasse-Cheilinusbimaculatus.jpg?v=1779199361","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/twospot-maori-wrasse-cheilinus-bimaculatus","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}