How difficult is it to keep Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse?

Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.

What is the ideal temperature for Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse?

The ideal temperature for Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse is 22〜26℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse?

The average lifespan of Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse is 5-8 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse get?

Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse typically reaches Up to 8 cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse?

Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse feeds on: Frozen mysis and brine shrimp, pellets and flakes. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse?

The price of Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Lubbock's Fairy Wrasse

Beginner

Cirrhilabrus lubbocki

A small fairy wrasse from the Philippines and Indonesia. Pink to red-purple body with a yellow back; reaches only about 8 cm and leaves corals alone, making it a good reef-tank choice. A tight lid is essential as it jumps.

Difficulty

Beginner

Temperature

22〜26℃

Lifespan

5-8 years

Size

Up to 8 cm

Diet

Frozen mysis and brine shrimp, pellets and flakes

About

Lubbock's fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus lubbocki) is a small labrid of the genus Cirrhilabrus found in the western central Pacific around the Philippines and Celebes, Indonesia. It lives in fairly large groups over coral rubble and finely branched coral heads on outer reefs, mostly at 5-30 m, feeding on zooplankton. Coloration varies widely from pink to bright red or purple, and adults often develop a bright yellow dorsal fin. With a maximum length of about 8 cm it is one of the smaller members of the genus; like all fairy wrasses it is a protogynous hermaphrodite, so groups consist of one male and several females. It is considered easy to keep and ignores corals and invertebrates, making it well suited to reef aquaria. Fairy wrasses are notorious jumpers, so a gap-free lid is essential. It readily accepts frozen mysis, brine shrimp and prepared foods. It may quarrel with other Cirrhilabrus species, so tank size and introduction order matter when mixing them.

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