Laboute's Fairy Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus laboutei
Suggested Tank
50+ gallons
Max Size
5 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Laboute's Fairy Wrasse is a strikingly colorful saltwater fish, known for its vibrant hues of red, blue, and green. It is named after Roger Laboute, a French naturalist. This fish is popular among aquarists for its active behavior and its ability to adapt to aquarium life.
Reef Safe
Yes, the Laboute's Fairy Wrasse is considered reef safe and can coexist with corals and invertebrates without causing harm.
Environment
The Laboute's Fairy Wrasse prefers a well-lit tank with plenty of hiding spots. These can be provided by live rock and coral. The tank should have a secure lid to prevent them from jumping out, as they are excellent jumpers. They also prefer a sandy bottom, as they bury themselves in the sand.
Behavior
This fish species is generally peaceful and can be kept with a variety of other peaceful fish. They are known to be active swimmers and will often be seen darting around the tank. They are also known for their interesting behavior of burying themselves in the sand when they feel threatened or during the night for sleep.
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Price History
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Male - New Caledonia
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$ 203.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 7, 2025 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Vanuatu
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$ 155.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 17, 2025 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Male - New Caledonia
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$ 203.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 9, 2025 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Vanuatu
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$ 155.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 19, 2025 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Male - New Caledonia
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$ 203.00 | World Wide Coral | Dec 28, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse
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$ 200.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 10, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Vanuatu
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$ 149.00 | World Wide Coral | Nov 22, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse
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$ 200.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 15, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Vanuatu
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$ 179.00 | World Wide Coral | Aug 28, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Male - New Caledonia
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$ 194.00 | World Wide Coral | May 24, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse - Vanuatu
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$ 134.00 | World Wide Coral | May 13, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse
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$ 200.00 | Candy Corals | Apr 1, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse
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$ 200.00 | Candy Corals | Feb 22, 2024 | View |
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Laboute's Fairy Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus laboutei
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