Cirrhilabrus sp.

The Cirrhilabrus Wrasse is a genus that contains reef safe and exquisitely colored species that are also known for being very hardy. When starting a new aquarium, the Darwin Fairy Wrasse can live in groups, but should be added last since they can be harassed by others. They do best with a varied diet of frozen meaty foods and marine pellets. Nori Seaweed can be offered to add variety to their diet. Feeding them multiple times a day is recommended since they are very active. Beware: They are jumpers, so a covered aquarium is necessary. They have a small adult size of 5, which is also why they are so desired by hobbyists. This species is known to glow under the aquarium’s lights. Males are more brilliantly colored, which will intensify when courting a female. The Darwin Fairy Wrasse inhabits rubble and back reef slopes in the Australia up to 160 meters deep.