• Name:

    Longfin Fairy Wrasse

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  • Family: Labridae
  • Species: Wrasse
  • Scientific Name: Cirrhilabrus rubriventralis
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| Blue and Red Fairy Wrasse

| Social Wrasse

General info about Longfin Fairy Wrasse

The Longfin Fairy Wrasse this species varies in coloration considerably but is usually bright red/orange coloration with a pale body and scarlet ventral and anal fins. More often than not this species will have a pale underside. Please expect variations in coloration with these fish, as the intensity of coloration and patterns vary with the location in their natural habitat, and their mood. The Longfin Fairy Wrasse is an ideal fish for the reef aquarium adding both bright coloration and activity to these aquariums. Wrasse of the genus Cirrhilabrus due well together if they are introduced simultaneously to the tank, and are one of the best groups of fish for a reef tank setting.

Caution with Longfin Fairy Wrasse

Wrasse are considered jumpers make sure your aquarium has a tight-fitting canopy or screen cover to prevent the Wrasse from jumping out of your aquarium. Wrasse have been known to jump through the smallest of holes in a canopy. 

Wrasses prefer to have a 2" (5cm) sandbed to allow them to burrow into the sand to sleep or when they feel like they are in danger. Some people with bare bottom tanks have also added a Tupperware with a 2" deep sand bed to accommodate the wrasse's needs. 

They are generally peaceful but may display aggression towards members of the same species.

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Longfin Fairy Wrasse Wrasse Labridae Cirrhilabrus rubriventralis The Longfin Fairy Wrasse this species varies in coloration considerably but is usually bright red/orange coloration with a pale body and scarlet ventral and anal fins. More often than not this species will have a pale underside. Please expect variations in coloration with these fish, as the intensity of coloration and patterns vary with the location in their natural habitat, and their mood. The Longfin Fairy Wrasse is an ideal fish for the reef aquarium adding both bright coloration and activity to these aquariums. Wrasse of the genus Cirrhilabrus due well together if they are introduced simultaneously to the tank, and are one of the best groups of fish for a reef tank setting. PalaciosAn

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