Species Description…
Scientific Name: Halichoeres hortulanus
Common Name: Checkerboard Wrasse
Species Group: Wrasses
Habitat: Reef Safe with Caution
Care Level: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Diet Type: Carnivore
Role in Aquarium: Community Fish
Max Fish Length: 11 (inches)
Min Aquarium Size: 125 (gallons)
Native Range: Indo-Pacific, from the Red Sea to the Central Pacific