Reef safe wrasse that's not a jumper

[mystikdragon7]

Looking for some help on getting a reef safe wrasse that's not a jumper. My tank really isn't set up to put covers over the top and I would hate to see a fish dried up on the floor. So can anyone suggest a wrasse that's not a big jumper?

[jthomps123]

Not sure if theres any thats not a risk.

[heartandsoul]

i have a six line wrasse thats been in my tank for about 6 months and i have no top to my tank.. how big is your tank? mines a 375 so its 2 feet deep..

[mystikdragon7]

I had a six line wrasse to, until it jumped. I think I had that for about 1 year and have no clue what made it jump. I have 60gal tank with normal dimensions.

[mystikdragon7]

I was thinking of a McCoster's wrasse. Anyone with experience with this one?

[Toddrtrex]

I don't believe that there is such a thing as a reef safe wrasse that doesn't jump.

[NeveroddoreveN]

I would look in aisle 12 where the unicorns are.

[mystikdragon7]

Originally posted by NeveroddoreveN
I would look in aisle 12 where the unicorns are.

Damn is that where they're at? I've been looking in the wrong place this whole time.

[seafansar]

What about a top like this? You can make it yourself pretty easily.

[seth&angelle]

mystery wrasse

[sedor]

Thats a pretty sleek looking top.

I personally have always preferred to go open. The brief amount of time I decided to cover my tank with glass I had nothing but problems. Not to mention, and open top makes it so much easier to stick your hand in and do some quick maintenance. I noticed that when my tank was covered I would put off so many things, just because it was a PITA to take the tops off, set them aside etc etc.

I have had 2 six lines in the past, neither of which ever jumped. IMO, any fish is a risk for jumping, but then again there's also a chance your powerhead could malfunction and drain electricity into your tank, or you could accidentally drop to much of a certain chemical and crash your tank etc. I say go open and just hope for the best, if you end up having carpet surfing problems then start looking for alternatives.

[Flipper62]

Originally posted by ryandlf
Thats a pretty sleek looking top.

I personally have always preferred to go open. The brief amount of time I decided to cover my tank with glass I had nothing but problems. Not to mention, and open top makes it so much easier to stick your hand in and do some quick maintenance. I noticed that when my tank was covered I would put off so many things, just because it was a PITA to take the tops off, set them aside etc etc.

The tops that he is showing are mesh tops. I dont see how you can have a problem. Plus they just come off with a lift of a finger....OH YA...... I see that can realy be pain in the Ash....LOL

I'm not sure if his are made to size for his tank. BUT, you can buy the frame & mesh from Menards. You cut the frame to what ever size you need & instell the mesh.

Very simple....... Except for the whole " lifting " part.....LOL...

[sedor]

Still, walking by the tank and being able to scrape that small piece of algae from the back of the tank in a matter of seconds is easier than having the lift the screens, set them aside and put them all back. I'm not saying the mesh tops aren't a good options. They are far better than eggcrate IMO. I'm just saying that if we want to get to the nitty gritty of it all, the easiest route is an open top.

[Flipper62]

Originally posted by ryandlf
Still, walking by the tank and being able to scrape that small piece of algae from the back of the tank in a matter of seconds is easier than having the lift the screens, set them aside and put them all back.

I guess your right. I'm glad I just got started in this hobby now.

May I ask......How long does it take to pick up a dead jumper fish up off of the floor.....And how much money to replace it. ??

[mystikdragon7]

So would two wrasses in a 60 be ok? Or is that asking for trouble?

[mystikdragon7]

Originally posted by mystikdragon7
So would two wrasses in a 60 be ok? Or is that asking for trouble?

The reason I ask that is because I'm having a hard time deciding which wrasse to get. Just about all of them are beautiful!! I'm kinda thinking no but was wondering if anyone else has more than one wrasse in a tank that co-existed?

[seafansar]

I had a six line, radiant wrasse, pink headed pencil wrasse, and a red headed fair wrasse in a 125 together. They all got along. You can put two in a 60, but I still think you should have a top over it.

[mystikdragon7]

Originally posted by seafansar
I had a six line, radiant wrasse, pink headed pencil wrasse, and a red headed fair wrasse in a 125 together. They all got along. You can put two in a 60, but I still think you should have a top over it.

Thanks seafansar,
I just found some mesh in my garage that I used to cover up the vent holes in the roof to keep birds out. That should work just fine. I was thinking a Mystery and a McCosker's wrasse.

[gmigmi]

Originally posted by mystikdragon7
I was thinking of a McCoster's wrasse. Anyone with experience with this one?

my mcosker is not a jumper, he's a super jumper, I would have lost him long ago if my tank wouldn't be covered, but he's a absolute beauty.

[snorvich]

Fairy and flasher wrasses jump. Not IF but WHEN. To keep them in you need 1/4 inch holes. Sixlines and mytery wrasses both jump. Both of them are contraindicated if you want fairy and/or flasher wrasses.

[skyrne_isk]

Agreed on the jumping aspect, but not on the compatibility aspect. I have found Cirrhilabrus wrasses to get along with little problems with Halichoeres and Paracheilinus wrasses. My biggest problem has been my melanarus getting along with my blackcap basslet - go figure. With wrasses it seems every fish needs its own pockets. Oh, and I need to parse the compatibility of fairies and flashers to say that I agree multiple males would likely present a problem. Not an expert, but I keep seven from those three genera with little problem.

[mystikdragon7]

Originally posted by skyrne_isk
Agreed on the jumping aspect, but not on the compatibility aspect. I have found Cirrhilabrus wrasses to get along with little problems with Halichoeres and Paracheilinus wrasses. My biggest problem has been my melanarus getting along with my blackcap basslet - go figure. With wrasses it seems every fish needs its own pockets. Oh, and I need to parse the compatibility of fairies and flashers to say that I agree multiple males would likely present a problem. Not an expert, but I keep seven from those three genera with little problem.

Is one of your fish a Red Head Solon Fairy? If so how does it do in the tank with everyone else?
Now I'm thinking a McCoskers and a Red Head Solon.
Anyone else have experience with a Red Head Solon Fairy?

[RB Chagoi]

Mystik,
Glad to see you are covering. I suspect your tank is 42wx16hx20d. A wrasse will jump ftom this as well as my 240. No tank size is really safe! I am providing a link to a Reef-Safe Wrasse page. This will give you a choice of about 25 or 30 wrass'. I have an affinity for wrasses in general. I believe you get alot of personality color, in this family.

http://www.aquacon.com/ReefSafeWrass...waterfish.html

My favorites are the Cirrhilabrus jordani and the Cirrhilabrus rhomboidalis. I own both and get great joy from watching them. While these two are fairly expensive, they are, IMO, definitely worth it. For some lesser cost alternatives, I like the Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura, Cirrhilabrus tonozukai and your choice, the Paracheilinus mccoskeri.

I also think a leopard wrasse or better yet a pair would be a great addition, providing you have the right environment for them. (deep sand bed, and a mature tank) Please research and ensure your tank is right for any.

[Bluespot22]

Yellow coris wrasses have a lower risk of jumping.

[Pawky]

I've had a 6-line for about a year that hasn't jumped.