Scott's Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus scottorum)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Scott's Fairy Wrasse is a small, elegant wrasse with vibrant coloration. Males display striking red and yellow hues with blue accents on the head and dorsal fin, while females and juveniles are more subdued in coloration. The body is streamlined and laterally compressed, typical of the genus Cirrhilabrus.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality carnivorous foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and small meaty preparations. Offer food 2-3 times daily in small portions that the fish can consume quickly.
Difficulty and care for the Scott's Fairy Wrasse
Scott's Fairy Wrasse requires moderate care, with attention to proper feeding regimen and stable water parameters. While generally hardy, they can be sensitive to poor water quality and may be shy in newly established tanks.
Common health issues
Parasitic infections, loss of coloration, feeding difficulties in captivity
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, known from areas including the Philippines, Indonesia, and surrounding coral reef environments in the tropical Western Pacific.
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