Redfin Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus rubripinnis)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small, slender wrasse with vibrant red-orange coloration on the fins and body. Males display intensely colored red dorsal and caudal fins, while females tend toward orange-yellow hues. Both sexes have an elongated body typical of fairy wrasses.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality carnivorous foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, small crustaceans, and quality sinking micro-pellets. Feed 2-3 times daily in appropriate portions.
Difficulty and care for the Redfin Wrasse
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and the Coral Triangle region.
Log Redfin Wrasse in your reef tank
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