{"product_id":"yellow-fin-fairy-wrasse","title":"Yellow Fin Fairy Wrasse | Cirrhilabrus flavidorsalis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Yellow Fin Fairy Wrasse is a small, brightly coloured wrasse that adds constant movement and a splash of warm colour to a peaceful reef. Hardy and readily available, it is a good choice for aquarists wanting an active nano or community reef fish. Reaching only around 6–7 cm, it is peaceful and completely coral safe. Keep a tight-fitting lid, as fairy wrasses are accomplished jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCirrhilabrus flavidorsalis occurs on Western Pacific reefs over rubble and reef-slope habitat at moderate depth. Fairy wrasses hover above the reef feeding on plankton and small crustaceans through the day, retreating into the rock at night or when startled. In the aquarium it needs mature live rock for shelter and open water for swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMales show a warm blend of red, orange and pink with a bright yellow dorsal region and fins that intensify during display, while females are plainer. The body is streamlined and the fish swims with the rowing pectoral-fin motion typical of wrasses. Look for alert, well-fed specimens with clear eyes and intact fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is peaceful, and it mixes well in a reef community. Keep only one male per tank unless the system is large, though it can be housed successfully with other fairy and flasher wrasses. It is completely safe with corals and invertebrates, making it a good reef citizen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet of frozen mysis, enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped meaty foods and quality marine flake or pellet. Feed small portions once or twice daily. This species usually feeds readily soon after settling in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum aquarium of 200 L, with larger better for groups. Maintain temperature at 24–27°C, pH 8.1–8.4 and salinity around 1.020–1.026. Include mature live rock with crevices and open swimming space. A tight-fitting lid is essential, as this species will jump. Stable water quality and regular water changes keep it in top colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreeding is not expected in the home aquarium. Like other fairy wrasses, the species is a protogynous hermaphrodite. Spawning occurs in the water column and the larvae require specialised planktonic foods beyond normal home-aquarium capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCirrhilabrus flavidorsalis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow Fin Fairy Wrasse (Yellowfin Fairy Wrasse)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Pacific reefs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7 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\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\u003e200 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 L or larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarnivore; frozen mysis, enriched brine and marine flake\/pellet\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\u003eReef and peaceful marine systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\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 clownfish, small tangs, dartfish, gobies, cardinalfish, other peaceful wrasses and dwarf angels, with only one male fairy wrasse per tank in smaller systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping with large aggressive fish that may bully it, and be cautious housing multiple male fairy wrasses together in smaller aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55234126217507,"sku":"AA1761-S","price":79.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55234126250275,"sku":"AA1761","price":89.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/yellow-fin-fairy-wrasse-43090664423715.webp?v=1790305846","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/yellow-fin-fairy-wrasse","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}