Description

Scientific Name:  Cirrhilabrus rubriventralis
Common Names: Longfin Fairy Wrasse, Social Fairy Wrasse, Ruby Longfin Fairy Wrasse
Maximum Length: 3″
Range: Indian Ocean and Red Sea
Minimum Aquarium Size: 30 gallons
Aquarium Suitability: Generally Durable and Hardy
Foods & Feeding: Meaty Foods
Reef Compatibility: Excellent
Captive Care: This stunning fish is a very popular choice among aquarists and for a good reason. This charming little fish is both beautiful and reasonably hardy. It also is a great reef fish that will not be a threat to any inverts in your system. They can get a bit bolder as they age and if they become the top fish in the tank. They may chase around other smaller wrasses and nonaggressive anthias. To keep more than one Longfin wrasse together, choose one male and several females. Be cautioned these wrasses are prone to jumping so make sure you have a lid on your tanks!