Twin Spot Wrasse

The Twin Spot Wrasse, *Coris dorsomacula*, is a vibrant and active addition to a marine aquarium. Its striking coloration features a base color that can range from reddish-brown to greenish, adorned with distinctive dark spots along the dorsal fin, giving it its common name. As it matures, the pattern and intensity of its colors can change, adding to its visual appeal.

A minimum tank size of 125 gallons is recommended for the Twin Spot Wrasse due to its active swimming nature and potential adult size. It is native to the Indo-Pacific region, where it inhabits sandy and rubble areas of reefs. In the aquarium, it will appreciate a sandy substrate as it is known to bury itself for protection or rest.

The Twin Spot Wrasse is considered to have an intermediate care level. It is generally peaceful but can be territorial towards other wrasses, especially those of similar size or appearance. It is important to provide ample live rock and hiding places to help reduce potential aggression. This species is known to be a voracious eater and will readily accept a varied diet of high-quality marine flake food, pellet food, frozen mysis shrimp, and enriched brine shrimp. They can also help control populations of unwanted invertebrates like pyramid snails. They typically reach a maximum size of around 10 inches in captivity.