Fairy Wrasse in QT

[Tflow256]

So I plan on adding some fairy wrasses to my current build and of course want to put each one in a qt for a minimum of 4 weeks. Since they seem to sleep in a sand bed and I have a ton of extra sand, is there any harm in having a sand bed in a qt with just pvc as hidding spots other than rendering the sand useless after qt? I've seen people use a small Tupperware container of sand but figured if I got the extra sand why not use it.
Thanks in advance!!

 

[Aquaph8]

Fairy wrasses do not need a sand bed

 

[Tflow256]

Really? Hmmm. Ok, that's the first time I've heard that. All my research says the usually sleep or hide in sand beds specially when first introduced. Thanks. I guess I got more research to do lol.

 

[Aquaph8]

Cirrhilabrus and paracheilinus don't need sand cause they form a mucus cocoon when they sleep. Now if you get a halichoeres or macropharyngodon, you'll need a sand bed.

In cases where you do need sand, it's fine to use some in circumstances that call for it. I normally just dump a couple cup in a corner though, I've had a few fish that wouldn't use the Tupperware container.

 

[Tflow256]

Ok, the two I am looking at are exquisite and Solon wrasse. Both of which are Cirrhilabrus I believe. Thanks a ton man

 

[Aquaph8]

You are correct. Very common misunderstanding about wrasses. Great choices!

 

[Tflow256]

Yeah lots of confusing info out there. Main reason I love forums!

 

[happyhourhero]

I have a Solon in my tank which is barebottom. It does indeed make s mucus cocoon and sleeps in the rocks. Beautiful fish.

 

[Tflow256]

Awesome, thanks for the info