{"product_id":"royal-flasher-wrasse","title":"Royal Flasher Wrasse - Male","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Flasher Wrasse, \u003cem\u003eParacheilinus angulatus\u003c\/em\u003e, is a brilliantly colored saltwater fish known for its vivid orange to reddish body accented by multiple violet, red, and blue horizontal stripes. Mature males develop especially intense coloration and distinctive angular extensions to the rear portions of the dorsal and anal fins. Unlike many other flasher wrasses, males lack the long dorsal filaments commonly associated with the genus. During courtship and territorial displays, their colors can intensify dramatically, producing the rapid “flashing” behavior that makes these wrasses so appealing in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the Western Central Pacific, particularly the Philippines and northern Indonesia, this species inhabits sheltered coastal and offshore reefs with coral, algae, and rubble. Royal Flasher Wrasses naturally occur in small mixed-sex groups and spend much of the day swimming above the reef while feeding on zooplankton. Their compact adult size, peaceful temperament, active behavior, and excellent reef compatibility make them highly desirable marine aquarium fish for established reef and peaceful fish-only aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planktivore \/ Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philippines and Northern Indonesia, Western Central Pacific\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eParacheilinus angulatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Flasher Wrasse should be maintained in an established saltwater aquarium with ample open swimming space and substantial rockwork for security. Adults reach approximately 3 inches, but their active swimming behavior makes a 55-gallon or larger aquarium appropriate for long-term housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrange live rock to provide caves, overhangs, and narrow crevices where the wrasse can retreat when frightened and rest at night. Unlike sand-burying wrasses, \u003cem\u003eParacheilinus\u003c\/em\u003e species normally shelter within reef structure and do not require a deep sand bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate water movement, good oxygenation, efficient filtration, and stable water quality are ideal. Open areas above and around the rockwork allow natural swimming and display behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tightly fitted mesh or solid aquarium cover is essential. Flasher wrasses are exceptionally capable jumpers and can escape through very small openings around plumbing, cables, and aquarium equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Flasher Wrasse is primarily a planktivore that naturally feeds on tiny crustaceans and other zooplankton suspended above the reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, finely chopped marine seafood, quality frozen plankton blends, and appropriately sized marine pellets. Small foods distributed through the water column encourage natural feeding behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo to three smaller meals per day are preferable when practical. Mature reef aquariums containing naturally occurring copepods and other microfauna can provide additional feeding opportunities between prepared meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Flasher Wrasse is generally peaceful and mixes well with other non-aggressive marine fish. Suitable tankmates include clownfish, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, anthias, peaceful tangs, fairy wrasses, and other community-oriented species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales may display toward other flasher wrasses, particularly similarly colored males. This behavior is usually visual rather than highly aggressive when sufficient swimming space and shelter are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species naturally occurs in small groups, and a single male may be maintained with females in a sufficiently spacious aquarium. Avoid housing multiple mature males together in confined systems where territorial competition may become persistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly aggressive tankmates should be avoided because they may intimidate this relatively peaceful wrasse or prevent it from feeding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Flasher Wrasse is considered \u003cstrong\u003ereef safe\u003c\/strong\u003e. It does not normally damage healthy corals and is generally compatible with ornamental shrimp, crabs, snails, clams, and other common reef invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts feeding behavior is concentrated primarily on tiny planktonic organisms in the water column rather than larger benthic invertebrates. Naturally occurring copepods and other microcrustaceans may be consumed as part of its normal diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of coral safety, peaceful temperament, and compact adult size makes it particularly well suited to established mixed and coral-dominated reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable conditions are more important than chasing exact numbers. Maintain consistent temperature and salinity along with good oxygenation, dependable filtration, and regular aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional jumping risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tightly fitted aquarium cover is essential, including protection around plumbing and equipment openings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive male fins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature males develop angular posterior portions of the dorsal and anal fins rather than the long dorsal filaments found on many other flasher wrasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo deep sand bed required:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species normally sleeps and shelters within rockwork instead of burying itself in the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature males can intensify dramatically in color when courting females or displaying toward other wrasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequent feeding preferred:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple smaller meals of appropriately sized planktonic and protein-rich foods help maintain healthy body condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSA Fish","offers":[{"title":"MALE","offer_id":52414676435242,"sku":"WRASSExRoyal","price":98.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/RoyalFlasherWrasse_b841d767-941a-4167-8702-e0eab6f8f757.png?v=1787941842","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/royal-flasher-wrasse","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}