Whipfin Fairy Wrasse
Whipfin Fairy Wrasse
The Whipfin Fairy Wrasse is a colorful and active saltwater fish known for its bright coloration, graceful swimming, and peaceful personality. This reef-safe wrasse is a beautiful choice for marine aquariums, reef tanks, and peaceful saltwater community setups.
Whipfin Fairy Wrasses are active swimmers that enjoy open water, rockwork, and stable marine conditions. Their vivid color and constant movement make them a standout addition to reef aquariums with compatible tank mates.
Whipfin Fairy Wrasse Care
- Scientific Name: Cirrhilabrus filamentosus
- Common Names: Whipfin Fairy Wrasse, Whip Fin Fairy Wrasse, Filamented Fairy Wrasse
- Care Level: Intermediate
- Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive with similar wrasses
- Adult Size: Around 3–4 inches
- Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons or larger
- Tank Level: Middle to upper swimmer
- Water Temperature: 74–80°F
- Specific Gravity: 1.020–1.026
- pH Range: 8.1–8.4
- Diet: Carnivore / planktivore
- Reef Safe: Yes
Tank Setup
Whipfin Fairy Wrasses do best in a stable saltwater aquarium with plenty of open swimming space and rockwork for shelter. They appreciate caves, crevices, and hiding areas where they can retreat when startled or resting.
A tight-fitting aquarium lid is required. Fairy wrasses are known jumpers and can escape from uncovered aquariums, especially when startled or during territorial displays.
Diet & Feeding
Whipfin Fairy Wrasses are carnivorous planktivores and should be offered a varied marine diet. They are active fish with high energy needs and usually do best with small, frequent feedings.
- Frozen mysis shrimp
- Frozen brine shrimp
- Marine carnivore blends
- Small marine pellets
- High-quality marine flakes
- Copepods and plankton-based foods
A varied diet helps support bright color, strong activity, and long-term health.
Tank Mates
Whipfin Fairy Wrasses are generally peaceful with many reef-safe saltwater fish, but they may show aggression toward similar-looking wrasses, especially males. Choose tank mates carefully and avoid aggressive fish that may bully or stress them.
- Clownfish
- Gobies
- Blennies
- Cardinalfish
- Royal Grammas
- Green Chromis
- Peaceful tangs in larger aquariums
- Other peaceful reef-safe fish
Reef Compatibility
The Whipfin Fairy Wrasse is considered reef safe and typically does not bother corals or most ornamental invertebrates. It is a great option for reef aquariums that need color, activity, and movement.
Important Care Notes
- Bright, active, reef-safe saltwater wrasse
- Needs a secure lid due to jumping risk
- Best for stable, established marine aquariums
- May be territorial with similar wrasses
- Provide rockwork, caves, and open swimming space
- Feed a varied protein-rich marine diet
Why Buy Whipfin Fairy Wrasse from Tropical Treasures Wyo?
At Tropical Treasures Wyo, we help aquarium hobbyists choose healthy livestock, compatible tank mates, quality foods, and proper aquarium supplies. If you are adding a Whipfin Fairy Wrasse to your saltwater aquarium, our team can help you plan feeding, compatibility, rockwork, and care needs.
Local pickup is available in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Shipping may be available when weather and livestock safety allow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Whipfin Fairy Wrasse reef safe?
Yes. Whipfin Fairy Wrasses are considered reef safe and generally do not bother corals or most ornamental invertebrates.
Do Whipfin Fairy Wrasses jump?
Yes. Fairy wrasses are known jumpers, so a tight-fitting aquarium lid is strongly recommended.
How big do Whipfin Fairy Wrasses get?
Whipfin Fairy Wrasses usually grow to around 3–4 inches.
Can Whipfin Fairy Wrasses live with other wrasses?
They may live with other compatible wrasses in larger aquariums, but they can be territorial toward similar-looking wrasses. Introduce wrasses carefully and provide plenty of space.
What do Whipfin Fairy Wrasses eat?
They eat frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, marine carnivore blends, small marine pellets, marine flakes, copepods, and plankton-based foods.
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