Two Spot Wrasse

About this fish

Two Spot Wrasse is a marine fish sold under the scientific name Oxycheilinus bimaculatus. In an aquarium, wrasses like this are typically used as an active, personality-driven “centerpiece” fish that forages across the tank for meaty foods and often benefits from a rockscape with places to retreat. Because wrasses are generally jump-prone, secure coverage is a practical part of keeping this fish safely in the aquarium.

Features:

• Active and alert behavior that makes it a good choice for observation and live feeding
• Typically forages through rockwork and open areas for food
• Often benefits from a well-structured aquascape with hiding spots
• Meaty diet commonly accepted from a range of prepared and frozen foods
• May be territorial with similarly sized, like-looking fish; tank mate matching matters
• A tight-fitting lid or screen is important because many wrasses can jump

Specifications:

• Scientific name: Oxycheilinus bimaculatus
• Group: Marine wrasse (Oxycheilinus) — general guidance
• Care level (general): Moderate (active fish that needs stable, well-oxygenated marine conditions and suitable feeding)
• Diet: Meaty foods such as frozen mysis or brine shrimp and other marine carnivore diets (offer a varied selection)
• Temperament (general): Generally not ideal for very small tankmates; can show territorial behavior depending on tank setup and other fish
• Temperature (general marine guidance): Approximately 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• Salinity (general marine guidance): About 1.020–1.025 specific gravity
• pH (general marine guidance): Approximately 8.1–8.4