{"product_id":"blue-throat-fairy-wrasse-cirrhilabrus-cyanogularis","title":"Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse - Male","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe male Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse, \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus cyanogularis\u003c\/em\u003e, is a brilliantly colored saltwater fish distinguished by its warm orange to red-orange body and intense electric-blue coloration across the throat, lower head, and breast. Mature males develop especially dramatic contrast, with elongated pelvic fins and colorful dorsal, anal, and caudal fins accented by blue, violet, and darker markings. During courtship or territorial displays, these colors can intensify considerably, making the species an eye-catching addition to a reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the Indo-West Pacific, including the southern Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of Malaysia, the Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse naturally inhabits reef-associated rubble slopes where it swims above the substrate searching for zooplankton. Its compact adult size, peaceful temperament, active swimming behavior, and excellent compatibility with corals and ornamental invertebrates make it an outstanding marine aquarium fish for established reef and peaceful fish-only aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planktivore \/ Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indonesia, Southern Philippines, and Malaysia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus cyanogularis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse should be maintained in an established marine aquarium with generous open swimming space and ample rockwork for shelter. Although adults remain relatively compact at approximately 4 inches, this is an active species that benefits from room to cruise above and around the aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrange live rock to provide caves, overhangs, and narrow crevices where the wrasse can retreat when startled and rest at night. Unlike sand-burying wrasses, \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus\u003c\/em\u003e species normally shelter within reef structure, so a deep sand bed is not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate water movement, good oxygenation, efficient filtration, and stable water quality are ideal. Open areas above the rockwork allow the fish to display its natural plankton-feeding and swimming behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tightly fitted mesh or solid aquarium cover is essential. Fairy wrasses are accomplished jumpers and can escape through surprisingly small openings around plumbing, cables, and equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse is primarily a planktivore, naturally feeding on zooplankton and small crustaceans suspended above the reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, finely chopped marine seafood, quality frozen plankton blends, and appropriately sized marine pellets. Small foods dispersed through the water column encourage natural feeding behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo to three smaller meals per day are preferable when practical. Established reef aquariums containing naturally occurring copepods and other microfauna can provide additional feeding opportunities between prepared meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe male Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse is generally peaceful and mixes well with a broad range of non-aggressive marine aquarium fish. Suitable tankmates include clownfish, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, anthias, peaceful tangs, flasher wrasses, and compatible fairy wrasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature males may display toward other fairy wrasses, especially similarly colored males, but persistent aggression is usually limited when adequate swimming space and shelter are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA male can be maintained singly or, in a sufficiently spacious aquarium, with compatible females. Like other fairy wrasses, this species is a protogynous hermaphrodite, meaning females can transition into males depending on social conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid highly aggressive tankmates that may continually intimidate the wrasse or prevent it from feeding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Throat Fairy Wrasse is considered \u003cstrong\u003ereef safe\u003c\/strong\u003e. It does not normally damage healthy corals and is generally compatible with ornamental shrimp, crabs, snails, clams, and other common reef invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts feeding behavior is focused primarily on small planktonic organisms in the water column rather than larger benthic invertebrates. Naturally occurring copepods and other tiny microcrustaceans may be consumed as part of its normal diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination of peaceful temperament, coral safety, and active swimming behavior makes it especially well suited to mixed and coral-dominated reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable conditions are more important than chasing exact numbers. Maintain consistent temperature and salinity along with good oxygenation, dependable filtration, and regular aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive male coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature males develop the characteristic brilliant blue throat and breast that gives the species its common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional jumping risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tightly fitted aquarium cover is essential, including around plumbing and equipment openings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo deep sand bed required:\u003c\/strong\u003e This fairy wrasse normally sleeps and shelters within rockwork rather than burying itself in the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male coloration can intensify dramatically when displaying toward females or other fairy wrasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequent feeding preferred:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple smaller meals of appropriately sized planktonic and protein-rich foods help maintain strong body condition and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSA Fish","offers":[{"title":"S-ML","offer_id":52414676173098,"sku":"WRASSExSailS","price":98.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52414676205866,"sku":"WRASSExSailL","price":110.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52414676238634,"sku":"WRASSExSailX","price":128.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/BlueThroatWrasse.png?v=1787942327","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/blue-throat-fairy-wrasse-cirrhilabrus-cyanogularis","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}