Cirrhilabrus earlei
| Identification | Male: deep wine-red to maroon body with blue-purple highlights on the face and fins. A richly colored, velvety-looking fairy wrasse. |
| Maximum Length | Up to 4 inches (10 cm) |
| Origin | Western Pacific — Marianas, Marshall Islands |
| Minimum Tank Size | 55 gallons |
| Reef Compatibility | Yes |
Behavior
A deep-water fairy wrasse rarely seen in the hobby. Males are strikingly colored and display to females. Peaceful, mid-water swimmer. Adapts well to aquarium life.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivore. Offer frozen mysis, copepods, and enriched brine shrimp.