Thalassoma lutescens
The Banana Wrasse, *Thalassoma lutescens*, is a vibrant and active addition to the marine aquarium. Its striking yellow coloration, which intensifies with maturity, makes it a standout species.
A minimum tank size of 75 gallons is recommended for the Banana Wrasse to provide ample swimming space. Originating from the Indo-Pacific region, this species is known for its hardiness and is considered suitable for beginner aquarists. While generally peaceful, they can be boisterous and may not be suitable for tanks with very small or delicate invertebrates.
In the aquarium, the Banana Wrasse will readily accept a varied diet of high-quality marine flake food, pellet food, frozen mysis shrimp, and enriched brine shrimp. They are active foragers and will spend their day exploring the rockwork for small invertebrates. They typically reach a maximum size of around 8 inches in captivity. Like other wrasses, they are known to bury themselves in the sand at night or when startled.
