Exquisite Fairy Wrasse
Snapshot: With a dominant hue that dances between vibrant greenish and fiery reddish tones, this species showcases a stunning tapestry of intricate color patterns.
Other tidbits: Can grow up to 12cm or so. Distributed throughout the East and West Indian Oceans, Australia, Indonesia, East Pacific, and the Central/West Pacific. If a male isn't vibing with a small crew of females, he may start to lose his vibrant colors and turn a bit matte over time. To keep him looking fabulous, feed him a colorful, high-quality diet packed with pigments.
Bare bones must know: Live-rock fish-only system, or reef aquarium. Known to be super sensitive during transport and acclimation. Thick, sandy substrate required.
Aquarium set-up: This species loves to hide and play, so it thrives in an aquarium with plenty of cozy spots between live rocks! It’s a little swimming superstar that craves space to dart around and show off its moves! Maintain an aquatic utopia by nailing the basics: rock-solid water quality with top-notch filtration and routine partial water changes. And don't forget the lid — these acrobats are known to make daring leaps from open aquariums! Wrasses love their comfort — give them a cozy fine sandbed to burrow into when they need a snooze or sense trouble.
Feeding:Keep your Wrasse in top form with a gourmet diet of vitamin-enriched frozen mysis and brine shrimp, alongside high-quality marine flakes and pellets.
AQT note: All our fish feast on a diet of seaweed, marine pellets, flakes and frozen treats under our care. Keep the feast going in your tank!