Splendid Leopard Wrasse

Latin Name

Macropharyngodon bipartitus

Common Name

Also known as

Divided Leopard Wrsse

Fast Facts

Also known as the Divided Wrasse or African Leopard Wrasse, this African species is rarely available and never plentiful. Be sure to act immediately when available because they sell out fast! This lovely species is only exported from eastern Africa. Unfortunately, it is very difficult to keep. Do not attempt without a reef tank with plenty of live rock, live sand, and willingness to gamble. Live substrate should be provided, as it will need the associated micro-invertebrates to supplement its diet. It will bury under the sand when threatened or stressed. A productive refugium will help provide a constant source of natural prey. Will not bother other fishes, but is very prone to be picked on by any fish that isn't extremely docile.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a restricted species and is not covered by our live arrival guarantee. They are delicate shippers and difficult to maintain.

Sizes

Around 1.5"-3"

Range in Nature

Eastern Africa

Minimum Aquarium Size

Diet and Feeding

Feeds mainly on shelled protozoa and tiny snails. Difficult to feed in captivity. May accept mysid shrimp and some frozen preparations. A productive refugium can help provide a constant source of natural prey. Keep in a tank with live rock and live sand.

Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult)

Reef Aquarium Compatibility

Attempt only in a reef tank, no threat to corals.

Availability

Very rare, unpredictable availability

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Splendid Leopard Wrasse

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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.