These fish have a distinctive appearance and can become surprisingly tame in aquarium surroundings. Characterized by a lack of streamlining, they cannot swim quickly to escape danger.
Wrasse are lively, active fish found in most warm seas, though the majority come from tropical waters. They tend to be colorful, displaying elaborate patterning on their bodies.
The members of these two families have similar care requirements, and they can even be kept together in the same tank, alongside invertebrates and placid fish, such as seahorses and pipefish.
A marine aquarium, populated with stunningly patterned reef fish and invertebrates in crystal-clear water, makes a stunning centerpiece for any room.
