Lineatus Fairy Wrasse

[mysis]

Have gotten a good deal from an LFS on one of these fish 70 australian dollars. Wondering if anyone can provide me with some info on these guys, how hard to keep? feeding? aggressiveness? Etc. also if anyone got some pics please post them

Here's a pic of one

Thanks
Dean

 

[eckrynock]

From www.marinecenter.com

"Perhaps the most spectacular member of the genus, Cirrhilabrus lineatus is found only on the Great Barrier Reef to New Caledonia and Loyalty Islands. Found in isolated areas of outer reefs in deep water, collectors must venture beyond normal collection areas to find them. They are one of the sturdier Cirrhilabrus in the aquarium. All species of Cirrhilabrus are plankton feeders and have no interest in corals, clams, etc. and make ideal, peaceful choices for the reef aquarium."

 

[Redfish]

Mine are not aggressive at all in my 225. I have a bunch of wrasses and two regal angels.

Their primary diet should be mysis shrimp backed up with a variety type food.

Nice fish.

 

[Amphiprion]

Not any more aggressive than other Cirrhilabrus species and very hardy as well. Good find.

 

[mark97r6]

I would Just like to add, make sure you cover the tank with this fish! Otherwise a perfect reef choice, providing its tank mates arnt so boisterous!

Mark