Lineatus Fairy Wrasse (Male)

Also known as Lined Fairy Wrasse

The male Lineatus Fairy Wrasse displays stunning purple-violet coloration with distinctive red horizontal stripes. This peaceful and hardy planktivore is one of the most popular and readily available fairy wrasses.

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Cirrhilabrus lineatus
• Common Names: Lineatus Fairy Wrasse, Lined Fairy Wrasse
• Adult Size: Up to 5 inches
• Lifespan: 5-7 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 ample live rock with caves and open swimming areas for displaying. Males patrol actively and appreciate space. A secure, tight-fitting lid is mandatory as these fish can jump.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)
  • Salinity: 1.020-1.025
  • pH: 8.1-8.4
  • Stable water quality preferred
• Equipment Recommendations:
  • Quality protein skimmer
  • Good filtration system
  • Moderate water flow

Diet & Feeding

Male Lineatus Fairy Wrasses are carnivorous planktivores. Recommended foods include:

• Staples: High-quality marine pellets, enriched flake foods
• Frozen Foods: Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, cyclops, marine cuisine
• Live Foods: Live brine shrimp, copepods (beneficial during acclimation)
• Feeding Frequency: 2-3 times daily
• Special Note: Generally eager feeders once acclimated

Notes & Considerations

• Males display a vibrant purple body with bold red horizontal stripes.
• Completely reef safe; will not harm corals or invertebrates.
• Only one male per tank unless the system is large (100+ gallons).
• Can be kept with females in harem arrangements.
• Excellent jumpers; ensure the aquarium has a secure lid with no gaps.
• One of the harder and more readily available fairy wrasse species.
• Active swimmer throughout the day.
• Generally disease-resistant when properly maintained.
• Shows best coloration under quality reef lighting in established systems.
• Generally peaceful; can coexist with other peaceful wrasse species.
• One of the most popular fairy wrasses due to vibrant coloration and hardiness.
• More affordable than many rare fairy wrasse species.

Why Choose a Quarantined Lineatus Fairy Wrasse (Male)?

Our quarantined males are carefully observed, treated preventatively, and trained to accept a variety of prepared foods. This conditioning period ensures you receive a healthy, vibrantly colored specimen ready to thrive and display its spectacular purple-and-red stripes in your reef aquarium from day one.