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Suggested Tank
50+ gallons
Max Size
4 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A slender, active fairy wrasse in which males show a red body with yellow and white striping, a silvery-white belly, black-margined pectoral fins and a tall shark-fin-shaped dorsal, flashing brighter colors during display; females are plainer red with fine bluish-white lines. Generally peaceful with unrelated tankmates but territorial toward other Cirrhilabrus and Paracheilinus wrasses, so add it early or house it as a single male with a small harem. Provide open swimming space over plenty of live rock with caves, stable reef parameters, several small meaty feedings per day, and a tight-fitting lid, this species is a proven jumper.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
The Naoko's Fairy Wrasse prefers a well-lit tank with plenty of hiding places. It enjoys swimming in open spaces, so a larger tank is beneficial. The tank should also have a sandy bottom as this species likes to burrow.
Behavior
It is a peaceful species that gets along well with other peaceful fish. However, it may become territorial with other wrasses. It is a good jumper, so a well-sealed tank is necessary.
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Qwarex
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Amazing looking fish. Needs open space for its "flashing" and plenty of spaces to hide. All around one of the best fish I have owned.
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Naoko's Fairy Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus naokoae
