Cirrhilabrus solorensis
| Identification | Male: rich red body with yellow and blue accents; the face shows blue markings and the dorsal fin is red with a blue edge. Variable in color by region. |
| Maximum Length | Up to 5 inches (13 cm) |
| Origin | Eastern Indonesia — Solor, Flores, Banda Sea |
| Minimum Tank Size | 55 gallons |
| Reef Compatibility | Yes |
Behavior
A common and hardy fairy wrasse in the hobby. Active swimmer, peaceful community fish. Males display vivid colors especially when kept with females. Excellent choice for reef tanks.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivore. Feeds on zooplankton. Offer mysis shrimp, copepods, and enriched frozen foods.