Fine Spotted Fairy Wrasse (Female)

The female Fine Spotted Fairy Wrasse displays delicate beauty with subtle orange-pink tones and fine spotting. This peaceful planktivore is an excellent addition to reef aquariums and can be kept in harems with males.

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Cirrhilabrus punctatus
• Common Names: Fine Spotted Fairy Wrasse, Dot-Dash Wrasse
• Adult Size: Up to 4 inches
• Lifespan: 4-6 years with proper care
• Temperament: Peaceful and reef safe
• Reef Compatibility: Reef safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 90 gallons minimum
• Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Habitat & Tank Requirements

• Tank Environment: Provide live rock with hiding places and open swimming areas. Appreciates peaceful environments with moderate flow. Secure lid required as these wrasses can jump when stressed or startled.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)
  • Salinity: 1.020-1.025
  • pH: 8.1-8.4
  • Good water quality required
• Equipment Recommendations:
  • Protein skimmer
  • Adequate filtration
  • Moderate water circulation

Diet & Feeding

Fine Spotted Fairy Wrasses are carnivorous planktivores:

• Staples: High-quality marine pellets, enriched flake foods
• Frozen Foods: Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, finely chopped meaty foods
• Live Foods: Live brine shrimp, copepods (helpful during acclimation)
• Feeding Frequency: 2-3 times daily
• Special Note: Feed in water column; may need target feeding if kept with aggressive eaters

Notes & Considerations

• Females display soft peachy-orange coloration with fine spotting.
• Completely reef safe; will not harm corals or invertebrates.
• Can be kept in groups with one male and multiple females.
• Secure lid essential; can jump if startled.
• Generally peaceful toward all tankmates.
• Hardy species suitable for aquarists with basic marine experience.
• Active during daylight hours; may hide at dusk.
• Shows best coloration in well-lit, established aquariums.

Why Choose a Quarantined Fine Spotted Fairy Wrasse (Female)?

Our quarantined females are healthy, parasite-free, and readily eating prepared foods. This careful conditioning period reduces stress and ensures you receive a robust specimen ready to thrive in your reef aquarium.