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Lubbocks Fairy Wrasse

Name : Lubbocks Fairy Wrasse
Species : Wrasses
 

Family - Labridae

Scientific name - Cirrhilabrus lubbocki

Common name – Mulitcolored Lubbocks Fairy Wrasse

Size – 3.5 in (9 cm)

Range - Indonesia

Min. Aquarium size - 50 gallons (190 L)

Care Level - Easy

Temperament – Semi-aggressive

Foods and feeding - Should be fed a variety of high quality marine meaty foods.

Aquarium suitability -

Reef compatibility - Yes

Captive care – This is a semi-aggressive fish and will do better with fish of similar temperament. If the aquarium is larger enough a mate can be kept with this fish. Males have more dramatic colors and patterns. The Lubbock’s Fairy Wrasse prefers a tank that has a shaded portion. Wrasses are known jumpers so the aquarium top should be covered.

Lubbocks Fairy Wrasse