Yellow Fin Fairy Wrasse (Randall & Carpenter, 1980)

 Scientific Name  Cirrhilabrus flavidorsalis
 Diet  Carnivore; brine, shrimp, small fish, meaty foods
 Alt Common Name  
 Family  Labridae
 Origin  Western Pacific Ocean
 Aquarist Level  Intermediate
 Reef Safe  Yes
 Coloration  Pink/Orange body with Yellow accents around eye and on fins. Black "eye spot" near caudal fin.
 Disposition  Nonagressive
 Hardiness  Moderate
 Compatibility  Males aggressive within species. Peaceful with other families and wrasses.
 Mature Size  3 inches
 Sexual Dimorphism  

Notes: Wrasses are common members of the world's coral reefs.  They typically are carnivores feeding on small invertebrates that inhabit the reef.  Many have different appearances as adults than when juveniles.  And several others will display differences between males and females.

Wrasses should be provided with a number of hiding places.  Caves and crevices in the live rock make excellent places to hide.  A number of the wrasses also feel safe burying themselves in the sand for a nap or temporary disappearing act.