{"product_id":"green-leopard-wrasse-female","title":"Green Leopard Wrasse Female (Macropharyngodon Meleagris)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGreen Leopard Wrasse Female (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eMacropharyngodon meleagris\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eGreen Leopard Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e, also known as the Blackspotted Wrasse or Leopard Wrasse, is a visually stunning \"expert-level\" fish. While its cousin, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003eChoati Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e, is known for its rare red-and-white patterns, the Green Leopard offers a complex, \"leopard-print\" aesthetic of neon greens, blacks, and whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis species is a \"sand-dweller\" and a constant hunter, making it both a beautiful and functional addition to a mature reef, provided its specific dietary and environmental needs are met.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Green Leopard Wrasse, Blackspotted Wrasse, Leopard Wrasse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eMacropharyngodon meleagris\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Indo-Pacific (East Africa to the Line Islands)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 12–15 cm (approx. 5–6 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 5–8 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eVery Peaceful\u003c\/b\u003e; shy and easily bullied\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e Carnivore – Specialist in hunting \"pods\" (copepods\/amphipods)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eAdvanced \/ Expert Only\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification (Female)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eMacropharyngodon\u003c\/i\u003e genus is famous for its \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003esexual dichromatism\u003c\/b\u003e (males and females look entirely different):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFemale Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e A pearly white-to-light-green body covered in a dense, intricate pattern of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003eirregular black-to-dark-green spots\u003c\/b\u003e. This gives them their \"leopard\" namesake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Green\" Tint:\u003c\/b\u003e Under high-quality reef lighting (especially blue spectrum), the pale areas between the spots shimmer with an iridescent lime-green glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTransition:\u003c\/b\u003e If kept without a male, the dominant female in a group may transition into a male, which features much more vibrant green and orange \"maze-like\" patterns on the face and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Hunter:\u003c\/b\u003e Like the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eChoati\u003c\/b\u003e, this wrasse spends every waking second \"scanning\" the rockwork and sand for tiny crustaceans. They are natural pest controllers, often eating \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003eflatworms and pyramidellid snails\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSand Sleeper:\u003c\/b\u003e They \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003emust bury themselves in the sand\u003c\/b\u003e to sleep and to escape threats. When the lights go down, they dive into the substrate and vanish until morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003e100% Reef Safe\u003c\/b\u003e. They are a favorite for SPS collectors because they help keep the coral \"clean\" of parasites without ever nipping at the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Must be kept with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003epeaceful companions\u003c\/b\u003e. They are easily intimidated by aggressive wrasses (like Six-Lines) or fast-moving fish. Good mates include \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"158\"\u003eFirefish, Anthias, and peaceful Tangs\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e200L (55 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e is recommended to ensure there is enough \"grazing surface\" for their food source to reproduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubstrate (Mandatory):\u003c\/b\u003e You \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003emust have a deep bed (3+ inches) of fine, soft sand\u003c\/b\u003e. Coarse gravel or crushed coral will scrape their skin and damage their jaws when they try to bury themselves, leading to fatal infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/b\u003e This fish should \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003enever be added to a new tank\u003c\/b\u003e. It requires a mature ecosystem with a thriving population of copepods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLid:\u003c\/b\u003e Like almost all wrasses, they are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003ecapable jumpers\u003c\/b\u003e when startled. A secure mesh lid is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDietary Challenges\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThe primary reason this is an \"expert\" fish is its metabolism:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Pod Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e They may initially refuse all frozen foods. You must have a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003erefugium\u003c\/b\u003e or regularly seed the tank with live copepods to ensure they don't starve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraining:\u003c\/b\u003e With patience, they can be trained to eat frozen mysis, cyclops, and finely chopped seafood, but they should still have access to natural prey 24\/7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Green Leopard Wrasse?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eThe Green Leopard Wrasse is for the hobbyist who treats their aquarium as a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003ecomplete biological system\u003c\/b\u003e. It is a high-reward fish that offers some of the most intricate patterns in the ocean. If you have mastered the care of sensitive species like the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"251\"\u003eChoati Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e and have a stable, pod-rich reef, the Green Leopard is a spectacular and beneficial inhabitant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45819290943722,"sku":"18826","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Green-Leopard-Wrasse-Female.jpg?v=1769597191","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/green-leopard-wrasse-female","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}