Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse
Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse
**Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse: A Vibrant Addition to Your Reef Aquarium**
The Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura) is a striking and vibrant fish that adds a splash of color and dynamic movement to any reef aquarium. With its vivid blue hues complemented by a rich red and orange body, this wrasse is not only a visual delight but also an active and engaging inhabitant.
**Care Requirements:**
To ensure the health and happiness of your Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse, it is crucial to maintain optimal water conditions. Ideal water parameters include a temperature range of 72-78°F, a pH of 8.1-8.4, and a specific gravity of 1.020-1.025. A tank size of at least 50 gallons is recommended to provide ample space for swimming and exploration.
Feeding your Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse is a straightforward task, as they are not particularly finicky eaters. They thrive on a varied diet consisting of high-quality marine flake food, frozen mysis shrimp, and brine shrimp. Supplementing their diet with vitamin-enriched options will help maintain their vibrant coloration and overall health.
**Reef Compatibility:**
The Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse is an excellent choice for reef tanks, as it is generally peaceful and reef-safe. It coexists harmoniously with corals and other invertebrates, making it a perfect candidate for diverse marine environments. However, it is advisable to keep them with other peaceful tank mates to avoid any potential aggression.
**Why Choose the Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse?**
This captivating fish is not just a visual masterpiece but also a lively addition to your marine community. Its curious and active nature ensures that it will be a constant source of entertainment, while its peaceful demeanor makes it a suitable companion for a wide range of tank inhabitants.
Enhance your reef aquarium with the Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse and enjoy the beauty and tranquility it brings to your underwater world.
Feeding & Diet
Feeding & Diet
An opportunistic omnivore, the Pithos Crab will scavenge detritus, uneaten food, and algae — making it a natural cleanup crew member. Supplement with small meaty foods like mysis shrimp or pellets 2–3x per week if natural food sources are limited.
Care & Water Parameters
Care & Water Parameters
The Pithos Crab thrives in stable, well-maintained reef conditions. Target parameters: temperature 72–78°F, salinity 1.025–1.026 SG, pH 8.1–8.4, and alkalinity 8–12 dKH. A mature, established tank of at least 20 gallons is recommended.
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Generally considered reef-safe. The Pithos Crab coexists well with most corals and peaceful fish. Use caution with very small invertebrates or slow-moving tankmates. Provide ample rockwork and hiding spots to reduce territorial behavior.
Size & Growth
Size & Growth
Pithos Crabs are typically shipped at 0.5–1.5 inches. They are slow-growing and generally remain small, making them well-suited for nano and mid-size reef systems.
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
All livestock ships with heat or cold packs as needed and is packaged for safe transit. We stand behind a live arrival guarantee — if your animal arrives DOA, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with a clear photo. See our full DOA policy for claim details.
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