Bluehead Fairy Wrasse – Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura

Species Name: Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura

Synonyms: C. cyanopleurus, C. heterodon, C, lyukyuensis, C. ryukyuensis

Common Names: Bluehead Fairy Wrasse, Yellowflanked Fairy Wrasse, Purplehead "Parrotfish"

Family: Labridae

Order: Perciformes (perch-likes)

Class: Acinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)

Max.Size: 5.1 inches / 13cm

Environment: Reef, Depth 2-30m

Origin: Eastern Indian Ocean and Western Pacific

Temperament: Semi aggressive

Company: Other less aggressive species. May harass other fairy wrasses.

Aquarium Setup: 75gal Minimum with plenty of hiding spots. Reef safe

Food: Meaty foods. Should be offered high quality frozen choices. Will also take high quality pellet foods.

Breeding: Often found in a group of 1 male with 3 females in the wild. A large system is required for this in captivity.

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