{"product_id":"geographic-wrasse-juv","title":"Geographic Wrasse Juv | Anampses geographicus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Geographic Wrasse is a beautiful, intricately patterned member of the tamarin wrasse group (Anampses), prized by collectors for the fine blue-green vermiculations that cover its body. Juveniles like this one are active, inquisitive fish that spend the day hunting across rock and sand. Reaching around 31 cm as an adult, it is a stunning wrasse - but an honest word of caution: Anampses wrasses have a poor track record in captivity, are often difficult to establish on aquarium foods and are best regarded as an expert-only species for a mature, stable system. Keep a tight-fitting lid, as wrasse are accomplished jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Geographic Wrasse occurs on Indo-Pacific and Australian reefs, over mixed sand, rubble and coral where it forages continuously for small invertebrates. Like all tamarin wrasses it dives into the sand to sleep and to escape threats, so a deep bed of fine sand is not optional - it is essential to the fish's wellbeing. In the aquarium it needs an established, peaceful system with abundant live rock, a healthy population of small crustaceans to pick at, and at least 5 cm of soft sand to bury into.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJuveniles are patterned in olive-green to brown with a fine network of pale blue lines and spots across the head and body, giving the \"geographic\" or map-like appearance that names the species. As they mature the colours intensify and the pattern becomes more elaborate. The body is the classic elongate wrasse shape, and the fish swims using a rowing motion of the pectoral fins. Healthy specimens are alert, feed eagerly and have full bellies - a pinched or hollow stomach is a serious warning sign in this group and should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is peaceful. The Geographic Wrasse is not aggressive and mixes well with other calm, non-boisterous fish, but it can be outcompeted at feeding time by faster, greedier tankmates - a real risk given how important consistent feeding is for this delicate species. It should not be trusted with very small ornamental shrimp or tiny crustaceans, which may be seen as food. It generally leaves corals and other sessile invertebrates alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeding is the make-or-break factor with this species. Before purchase, always confirm the fish is feeding well. In the wild it eats small benthic invertebrates, so offer frequent small meals of enriched mysis, vitamin-soaked brine shrimp, live blackworm, copepods and other fine meaty foods several times a day. A tank with a mature sand bed and live rock providing natural micro-prey greatly improves the odds of long-term success. Many losses in this group come down to slow starvation, so err on the side of more frequent feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum aquarium of around 450 L, with larger recommended for stability and swimming room. Maintain temperature at 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4 and salinity around 1.020-1.026. A deep bed of fine, soft sand (at least 5 cm) is critical so the fish can bury safely. Provide mature live rock, gentle to moderate flow and stable, well-established water conditions - this is not a fish for a new tank. A tight-fitting lid is essential, as tamarin wrasses are strong jumpers, especially when first introduced. Because of its delicacy and specialised needs, this species is best kept only by experienced marine aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreeding in the home aquarium is not realistically achieved. Like other wrasses, Anampses species are protogynous hermaphrodites that spawn by releasing eggs and sperm into the water column, and the planktonic larvae require conditions far beyond normal home systems. The realistic goal for keepers is long-term health through correct feeding, a proper sand bed and a calm, stable environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnampses geographicus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeographic Wrasse (Olive-green Wrasse)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndo-Pacific and Australian reefs, over sand and rubble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-8 years with excellent care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 L or larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarnivore; frequent small meaty foods and live micro-prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-27°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.1-8.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable for marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.020-1.026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature, stable reef systems kept by experienced aquarists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef safe with caution (small shrimp at risk)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable tank mates include other peaceful, non-boisterous fish such as small gobies, dartfish, firefish, flasher and fairy wrasses, and calm reef community fish that will not outcompete it at feeding time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping with aggressive or greedy fish such as large damsels, pushy tangs or triggers that will dominate feeding, as well as very small ornamental shrimp and tiny crustaceans that may be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Australian Caught","offer_id":55234151448867,"sku":"BA9245-S","price":49.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Australian Caught","offer_id":55234151481635,"sku":"BA9245","price":59.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (10-15cm) \/ Australian Caught","offer_id":55234151514403,"sku":"BA9245-L","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"X-Large (15-30cm) \/ Australian Caught","offer_id":55351952834851,"sku":"BA9245-XL","price":79.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55562723197219,"sku":"BA9245-S-IMP","price":49.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55562723229987,"sku":"BA9245-M-IMP","price":59.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (10-15cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55562723262755,"sku":"BA9245-L-IMP","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"X-Large (15-30cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55562723295523,"sku":"BA9245-XL-IMP","price":79.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/geographic-wrasse-juv-43090661376291.webp?v=1790306154","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/geographic-wrasse-juv","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}