Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus lubbocki
Suggested Tank
189+ liters
Max Size
9 cm
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A small, brilliantly colored fairy wrasse: terminal males show a yellow-to-red body with blue, tan and white markings and flare intensely when courting, while females and juveniles are plainer. It is an active mid-water planktivore that ignores corals and ornamental invertebrates, making it an excellent reef-tank fish, though it may be shy at first and needs live rock with hiding spots plus a shaded area. Keep only one male per tank, or add a harem of females together before the male, and provide a tightly fitting lid, as these wrasses are notorious jumpers.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
The Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse prefers a well-lit tank with plenty of hiding spots. They need good water movement along with strong and efficient filtration. The tank should have a sandy bottom as they like to bury themselves in the sand.
Behavior
The Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse is a peaceful fish that gets along well with other species. They are active swimmers and like to jump, so a well-sealed tank is necessary. They are also known to bury themselves in the sand when they feel threatened or during the night for protection.
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