Paracheilinus cyaneus
| Identification | Male: electric blue body with red and orange banding and long, trailing dorsal fin filaments that are displayed during courtship. One of the most colorful flasher wrasses. |
| Maximum Length | Up to 3 inches (8 cm) |
| Origin | Western Pacific — Philippines, Indonesia |
| Minimum Tank Size | 30 gallons |
| Reef Compatibility | Yes |
Behavior
Males flash brilliantly — body color shifts in seconds during courtship displays. Best maintained as a harem with one male and multiple females. A peaceful, active swimmer.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivore. Offer frozen mysis, copepods, and finely chopped meaty foods multiple times daily.
Cautions
Cover the tank — this wrasse will jump.