{"product_id":"super-male-scotts-fairy-wrasse","title":"Super Male Scotts Fairy Wrasse | Cirrhilabrus scottorum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Super Male Scott's Fairy Wrasse is a dazzling terminal-phase male in full colour, blazing with red, green, blue and violet across the body and fins. Active and constantly on the move, it is one of the most spectacular fairy wrasses for a peaceful reef. As a super male it shows the very best colouration the species has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCirrhilabrus scottorum is found in the western Pacific, particularly around Fiji, Tonga and the Coral Sea, on coral-rich reef slopes and rubble zones. Fairy wrasses gather in loose groups above the reef, feeding on drifting zooplankton and darting to cover when threatened. In the aquarium it appreciates plenty of live rock, open swimming space above the rockwork and a peaceful community. A mature reef with good flow suits it perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe terminal-phase super male is intensely coloured, typically deep red to green over the back with brilliant blue and violet in the fins and a distinctive dark blotch on the flank, all of which flare during display. Females and sub-males are less vivid. Reaching around 13 cm, it is a medium-small wrasse. Healthy specimens are bright, alert and swim actively in the open water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerally peaceful, this fairy wrasse mixes beautifully with most reef fish, though males can be territorial towards other fairy wrasses or similar-looking species. It is best kept as a single male, or a male with several females, and combines well with tangs, clownfish, gobies, anthias and other peaceful reef fish. It poses no threat to corals. A calm community lets its colours and confidence shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA carnivore and zooplankton feeder, it should be offered a varied diet of frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, copepods and quality marine flake and pellets. Frequent small feedings, at least twice daily, suit its active metabolism. Most individuals feed readily once settled. A varied diet keeps its intense colouration at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum of 300 L, with 400 L or more recommended for swimming room and long-term health. Maintain 24–27°C, pH 8.1–8.4 and salinity around 1.020–1.026. Aquascape with live rock and open water above it, and provide good flow. A tight-fitting lid is essential, as fairy wrasses are notorious jumpers, especially when startled. It is a hardy fish once settled into a peaceful reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike other wrasses, Scott's Fairy Wrasse is a protogynous hermaphrodite, with females able to transform into colourful males, and it is a pelagic spawner. Spawning displays may be seen in the aquarium, but rearing the tiny planktonic larvae is beyond typical home systems. For keepers the reward is the fish's spectacular colour and active behaviour rather than breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCirrhilabrus scottorum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScott's Fairy Wrasse (Super Male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Pacific reef slopes (Fiji, Tonga, Coral Sea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–8 years with good care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful (males territorial to other fairy wrasses)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 L or larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarnivore and zooplankton feeder; mysis, brine, copepods and marine pellets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–27°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable for marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.020–1.026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful reef and community marine systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef safe (may eat very small ornamental shrimp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable tank mates include tangs, clownfish, gobies, anthias, cardinalfish and other peaceful reef fish, along with females of the same species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping with other male fairy wrasses or similar-looking species in smaller tanks, and very aggressive fish that may harass or outcompete it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Australian Caught","offer_id":55234144698659,"sku":"BA8066-S","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Australian Caught","offer_id":55234144731427,"sku":"BA8066","price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (10-15cm) \/ Australian Caught","offer_id":55234144764195,"sku":"BA8066-L","price":165.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55562730373411,"sku":"BA8066-S-IMP","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55562730406179,"sku":"BA8066-M-IMP","price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (10-15cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55562730438947,"sku":"BA8066-L-IMP","price":165.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/super-male-scotts-fairy-wras-43090663276835.webp?v=1790306140","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/super-male-scotts-fairy-wrasse","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}