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Sailfin Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus cyanogularis)
Also known as: Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse

The Sailfin Fairy Wrasse is a stunning Philippine and Indonesian import prized for its iridescent scales, vivid red fins, and signature electric blue throat patch in males. Its striking display behavior and peaceful nature make it a standout for reef-focused stores looking to offer colorful, active, and reef-safe wrasses.

This species thrives in well-established systems and shows off its best colors under quality lighting and in the presence of a female.

Husbandry Tips:

• Tank Size: 55+ gallons; tight lid recommended—prone to jumping.

• Feeding: Carnivore—accepts frozen mysis, brine shrimp, copepods, and marine pellets.

• Temperament: Peaceful; may flash and display when kept with conspecifics or similar wrasses.

• Reef Compatibility: Fully reef-safe—won’t bother corals or inverts.

• Behavior: Males develop enhanced coloration and more active displays in the presence of females.

Retail Appeal:

• Excellent seller for reef hobbyists seeking unique wrasses.

• High visual appeal with vibrant coloration and elegant swimming style.

• A reliable, hardy species with broad compatibility.

The Sailfin Fairy Wrasse is ideal for retail stores catering to intermediate-to-advanced reef keepers looking for colorful, peaceful additions that bring motion and personality to the tank.