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65- Common NamesMccosker's Flasher Wrasse
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessModerate
- Liters per Fish75 L
- OriginFiji, Tonga, And Samoa
- pH8.1 - 8.4
- PopularityModerate
- RarityRare
- Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourModerately Territorial
- VibrancyVery Vibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about McCosker's flasher wrasse
The McCosker's flasher wrasse (Paracheilinus mccoskeri) is a vibrant, colorful marine fish native to the Western Pacific Ocean, particularly around Fiji, the Solomon Islands, and the Great Barrier Reef. It displays a vivid palette of colors, including a mix of red, orange, blue, and white with distinct fin markings, especially in males during their elaborate courting displays. This species is relatively small, reaching up to about 3 inches in length. In the aquarium hobby, it is moderately well-known and appreciated for its dynamic colors and behaviors, making it a popular choice among marine aquarists who seek to add a splash of natural beauty to their tanks.