Red and Blue Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus Cyanopleura)
Also Known As: Bluehead Fairy Wrasse, Blue Scaled Fairy Wrasse
Compatibility and Behavior The Red and Blue Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura) is a midwater fairy wrasse that brings constant motion and vivid coloration to peaceful reef and community setups. It's generally considered reef safe with corals and most invertebrates, and tends to do well alongside peaceful to semi-aggressive tankmates that won't bully or outcompete it at feeding time. In a roomy tank with good rockwork, most individuals settle into a comfortable routine — working the water column, flashing their colors, and putting on a particularly good show around feeding time or when other wrasses are nearby.
Aquarium Requirements Open water is a priority here. The Red and Blue Wrasse is an active, midwater swimmer that needs room to cruise, and a well-oxygenated system with moderate to strong — but not turbulent — flow suits it well. Live rock with caves and overhangs gives it somewhere to feel secure and retreat to at night, but the aquascape should leave plenty of unobstructed swimming space. A tight-fitting lid or mesh cover is essential; fairy wrasses are capable jumpers, particularly when startled during introduction or a chase. This species tends to acclimate most smoothly to established, stable reef systems, and benefits from multiple small feedings throughout the day — mysis, finely chopped meaty foods, brine shrimp, and quality planktivore pellets or flakes all work well.
Specifications
Approximate Size: 2–3"
Diet: Carnivore; mysis, brine shrimp, finely chopped marine meaty foods, quality planktivore pellets or flakes
Origin: Western Pacific and Indo-Pacific, including the Philippines and surrounding reef regions
Care Level: Moderate; hardy once acclimated, but benefits from careful acclimation and a stress-reduced introduction
Reef Safe: Yes; generally safe with corals and most ornamental invertebrates when well fed
Temperament: Peaceful
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons
Pairs well with
Red and Blue Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus Cyanopleura)
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
When will you ship my order?
We will ship on the soonest possible shipping day. Our shipping days are Monday-Thursday, and we ship same-day if the order is placed before 12:30 PM PST (unless announced otherwise). For example, if ordering at 1 PM on Thursday, your order will ship the following Monday.
Can you hold my order until next week?
Unfortunately not. We can hold items for up to one business day before shipping. We restock weekly, so chances are good we will receive more by next week!
When is the best time to order?
Saturdays and Sundays are the absolute best time to order, followed by Wednesday evenings. The closer you order to an inventory update, the better the available inventory.
What happens if something I ordered is unavailable?
We will email you to request a substitution. If you would like your original order, chances are good that it will be available to ship within the week (unless it is a very rare item).
Can I modify my order once it has been placed?
This is possible, but not guaranteed. Please email us if you need to modify your order or shipping address, and we will gladly make the changes for you, or let you know if it is too late.
What should I do if FedEx is unreliable in my area?
We recommend shipping to a FedEx Ship Center, as packages get delivered there first before trucks go on residential deliveries. Click here to see how.
What salinity do you ship at?
Salinity for fish is 1.018-9. Salinity for inverts is 1.024-5.