Cirrhilabrus rubripinnis
| Identification | Male: red-orange body with a striking blue-violet wash on the head; dorsal and pelvic fins are bright red. One of the more colorful and readily available fairy wrasses. |
| Maximum Length | Up to 3 inches (8 cm) |
| Origin | Western Pacific — Philippines, Japan |
| Minimum Tank Size | 30 gallons |
| Reef Compatibility | Yes |
Behavior
A popular and hardy fairy wrasse. Active, peaceful, and visually striking. Males display to females with vivid color intensification. Excellent choice for reef tanks.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivore. Offer frozen mysis, copepods, and enriched brine shrimp.