Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus Cyanogularis)

The Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus cyanogularis) is a vibrant, active marine fish celebrated for its saturated coloration and peaceful demeanor. Males showcase a brilliant red-orange body complemented by an iridescent electric-blue throat marking and elongated display fins, while females display subtle orange-red tones.

This hardy species is entirely reef safe and will not harm corals, clams, or sessile invertebrates. To thrive, it requires an aquarium of at least 265 L (70 gallons) featuring plenty of live rock crevices for shelter and a secure, tight-fitting lid to prevent jumping.

Key Features

Highlights

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Cirrhilabrus cyanogularis
• Primary Common Name: Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse
• Other Common Names: Blue Throat Sailfin Fairy Wrasse
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific (Indonesia, Philippines, Great Barrier Reef)
• Max Size: 5 inches (13 cm)
• Temperament: Peaceful / Active (Territorial with other male Cirrhilabrus)
• Diet: Carnivore/Zooplankton Feeder (Needs multiple daily feedings)
• Minimum Tank Size: 70 Gallons
• Reef Compatibility: Yes (Safe with all corals and invertebrates)

Materials & care

Care & Compatibility

• Size: Reaches a manageable size of 4–5 inches (10–13 cm).
• Minimum Tank Size: A minimum of 70 gallons is recommended to accommodate its active, mid-water swimming habits. Larger tanks (90+ gallons) are best if keeping a group or mixing with other wrasses.
• Temperament: Peaceful and Active. The Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse is non-aggressive towards most tankmates and makes an excellent community fish. It can, however, be aggressive toward other males of its own species or closely related Cirrhilabrus wrasses. It's best kept as a single male or in a harem (one male and multiple females) introduced simultaneously.
• Reef Compatibility: 100% Reef Safe. This wrasse is a dedicated zooplankton feeder and will not harm corals, clams, or sessile invertebrates. It may prey on tiny microfauna but is safe with ornamental shrimp and snails.
• Diet: Carnivore/Zooplankton Feeder. Given its high metabolism and constant activity, it requires a varied, meaty diet offered in small quantities 3-4 times per day. Feed high-quality enriched frozen foods (mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods) and quality marine pellets or flakes.
• Tank Requirements:
  • Lid: A tight-fitting lid is absolutely essential. Fairy Wrasses are notorious jumpers, particularly when startled.
  • Hiding Spots: Provide ample live rock structure with caves and crevices for security and sleeping. They do not burrow in the sand; they sleep wedged into rockwork or in a mucus cocoon.

Compatibility

Peaceful toward most community marine tankmates. It is 100% reef safe with corals and ornamental invertebrates, but can show territorial aggression toward other male Cirrhilabrus wrasses.

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