Genus
Common name: Wrasse
Scientific name: Anampses
Anampses is a genus of wrasses commonly found in the Indo-Pacific region. These fish are known for their vibrant colors and patterns, which make them popular among reef aquarium enthusiasts. They are generally peaceful and can be kept with a variety of other reef-safe fish. Anampses species are protogynous hermaphrodites, meaning they have the ability to change sex from female to male during their life cycle. They require a well-established aquarium with plenty of hiding places and a diet rich in meaty foods.
- Common name: WrasseScientific name: Anampses caeruleopunctatus
- Common name: Redtail wrasseScientific name: Anampses chrysocephalus
- Common name: Pearl wrasseScientific name: Anampses cuvier
- Common name: Elegant wrasseScientific name: Anampses elegans
- Common name: Blue-striped orange tamarinScientific name: Anampses femininus
- Common name: Geographic wrasseScientific name: Anampses geographicus
- Common name: Blue and yellow wrasseScientific name: Anampses lennardi
- Common name: Lined wrasseScientific name: Anampses lineatus
- Common name: White-spotted wrasseScientific name: Anampses melanurus
- Common name: Spotted wrasseScientific name: Anampses meleagrides
- Common name: New Guinea wrasseScientific name: Anampses neoguinaicus
- Common name: Yellowbreasted wrasseScientific name: Anampses twistii