{"product_id":"leopard-wrasse-macropharyngodon-bipartitus","title":"Leopard Wrasse — Macropharyngodon bipartitus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlue Star Leopard Wrasse — A reef fish worth planning for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMacropharyngodon bipartitus\u003c\/em\u003e brings intricate markings and constant, purposeful movement to an established reef. Also known as the Divided or Vermiculate Leopard Wrasse, it spends much of the day inspecting rockwork for tiny prey. Females and males look noticeably different, and coloration can change as the fish matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrançois Neo’s advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy recommendation: choose this fish when your aquarium is ready to support its feeding habits. A mature reef, peaceful companions and accessible fine sand matter far more than its beautiful colors. Plan around its needs before bringing one home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced; sensitive during transport and initial acclimation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 inches (13 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 US gallons or larger, with mature live rock and an established population of small prey organisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful; avoid aggressive tankmates and strong competition for food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally suitable with corals. Tiny crustaceans and other small benthic invertebrates are natural prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a generous area of fine sand deep enough for the fish to bury completely, approximately 2–3 inches or more according to its size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A secure, close-fitting lid is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; settling in\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer small portions of appropriately sized marine meaty foods at least twice daily. Frozen copepods and finely sized mysis are useful options; newly introduced fish may need live foods to begin feeding. Acceptance of pellets or frozen foods varies by individual. Natural grazing supports the diet but should not replace regular feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wrasse sleeps beneath the sand and may remain buried while adjusting. Avoid digging it out. Introduce it calmly, monitor body condition and feeding, and seek advice if it fails to establish a feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk us to confirm the available specimen’s size, sex or color phase, and current feeding response. Photos illustrate the species unless a listing is specifically marked WYSIWYG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wrasses\"\u003eWrasses\u003c\/a\u003e, browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fish\"\u003eMarine Fish\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact François Neo\u003c\/a\u003e to discuss compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francois Neo","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":68376479858911,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":68376554668255,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"L","offer_id":68376554701023,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0326\/5247\/files\/leopardwrasse.png?v=1793846741","url":"https:\/\/francoisneo.com\/products\/leopard-wrasse-macropharyngodon-bipartitus","provider":"FrancoisNeo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}