? for Fairy Wrasse experts

[A sea K]

I have a ? in regards to the temperature requirements for keeping the Cirrhilabrus jordani species.

In my research I find conflicting information, some suggest temp range from 25--28 deg C (my tank is at the high end of this scale but can easily lower w/ fans to a acceptable level) Other info states temp range of 21--24 deg C ( only way I can meet this is beyond my means at this time so I would have chose a different species)

I know there are many on this board keeping this species and your input will be greatly apprieciated.

Thankyou for your time, Chris

 

[CeeGee]

These fish are very touchy especially the males. Make sure that you get them from a reputable source and treat them with prazi-pro to eradicate any flukes that may be on them (mine died from this after having it for over six weeks with no signs).

I haven't heard of any specific temp requirements. I do know that they are from deeper water so they may like it a little on the cool side.

 

[Fairy Wrassler]

While I don't have jordani, I keep mine (rubrimarginatus, rubriventralis, lineatus, laboutei, scottorum) at 25-28 with no problem. I have not heard of jordani needing low temperature.

I found fans excellent - I have a chiller on one tank but found that during summer a pair of small desk fans over the sump pulled the temp down by about 5 degrees C. Watch your evaporation, and as a result, your salinity.