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Flasher Wrasse
Paracheilinus filamentosus
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Spectacular male flashes intense red, blue, and orange during courtship displays. Active swimmer, jumper — keep tank covered. One male with multiple females is ideal. Completely reef-safe.
CARE
Intermediate
AGGRESSION
Peaceful
MAX SIZE
3"
⚠ ADD WITH CAUTION
· Tank needs 3 more months of maturity
💰 BUDGET PICK
VALUE
WOW FACTOR
TYPICAL PRICE
~$40–70
One of the most dazzling fish in the hobby — vivid color flashes are hard to believe. Reef-safe and peaceful.
🌊 WATER PARAMS
ParamStatusIdeal
TemperatureOK (78.4)72–80 °F
SalinityOK (1.025)1.023–1.027 sg
pHOK (8.22)8.1–8.4
Nitrate NO₃⁻OK (8.0)0–20 ppm
Tank Compatibility
Ocellaris ClownfishCompatible
Royal GrammaCompatible
Tailspot BlennyCompatible
Firefish GobyCompatible
Yellow TangCompatible
Six Line WrasseIncompatible
Orchid DottybackCompatible
Torch CoralCompatible
Hammer CoralCompatible
Acropora SPSCompatible
Duncan CoralCompatible
Skunk Cleaner ShrimpCompatible
Turbo SnailCompatible
Blue Leg Hermit CrabCompatible