{"product_id":"rose-belly-fairy-wrasse-fiji","title":"Rose Belly Fairy Wrasse - Fiji","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fiji Rose Belly Fairy Wrasse, \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus punctatus\u003c\/em\u003e, is an elegant reef aquarium fish known for its finely spotted coloration and distinctive rosy lower body. Adults range from reddish-brown and rose to darker gray-red across the upper body, covered with numerous tiny pink to blue spots, while the lower portion contrasts in white to pale pink. Mature males become especially colorful and develop dramatically elongated pelvic fins, giving them a graceful appearance during swimming and social displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiji lies within the natural Western Pacific distribution of this species. Around its range, the Rose Belly Fairy Wrasse—also known as the Finespot Fairy Wrasse—inhabits coral and rubble reefs, particularly protected reef environments where it swims above the structure in search of small planktonic prey. It may also occur on more exposed reefs and across a relatively broad depth range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReaching approximately 5 inches as an adult, this active but generally peaceful saltwater fish is well suited to established reef aquariums. Its vivid coloration, constant movement, manageable adult size, and excellent coral compatibility make it an attractive choice for both mixed reefs and peaceful marine community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Level: Easy to Moderate\u003cbr\u003eMinimum Tank Size: 50 gallons\u003cbr\u003eTemperament: Peaceful\u003cbr\u003eDiet: Carnivore \/ Planktivore\u003cbr\u003eReef Safe: Yes\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Fiji \/ Western Pacific\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name: \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus punctatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a mature marine aquarium with a combination of established live rock and generous open swimming space. Caves, overhangs, and protected areas within the rockwork give the wrasse secure locations to retreat at night or whenever it feels threatened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many sand-burying wrasses, \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus punctatus\u003c\/em\u003e does not require a deep sand bed for sleeping. It typically seeks shelter within rockwork instead, making aquascape structure more important than substrate depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tightly fitted lid or fine mesh cover is essential. Fairy wrasses are exceptionally capable jumpers and can escape through surprisingly small openings, particularly when newly introduced, startled, or chased by tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate water movement, good oxygenation, and stable water quality are ideal. Leave sufficient open water above and around the rockwork for its active daytime swimming behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rose Belly Fairy Wrasse is primarily a planktivore that naturally captures small organisms from the water column throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, calanus, finely chopped marine seafood, and quality frozen plankton blends. Small high-quality marine pellets and flakes can also be incorporated once the fish is comfortably accepting prepared foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoods that remain suspended in the water column for a short period encourage natural feeding behavior. Two to three smaller meals per day are preferable when practical and help maintain good body condition and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fiji Rose Belly Fairy Wrasse is generally peaceful toward unrelated marine fish and works well in community reef aquariums. Suitable tankmates include clownfish, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, anthias, peaceful tangs, and other non-aggressive marine species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome territorial displays may occur around other fairy wrasses, particularly between mature males or closely related \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus\u003c\/em\u003e species. Multiple fairy wrasses can often be maintained successfully in larger systems when introductions are planned carefully and adequate hiding places are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single specimen can be maintained successfully, and a male does not require females for long-term aquarium care. Avoid highly aggressive fish that may continually chase or intimidate this relatively peaceful wrasse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rose Belly Fairy Wrasse is considered reef safe. It does not normally nip at healthy SPS or LPS corals, soft corals, zoanthids, clams, or other sessile reef organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished ornamental shrimp, crabs, and snails are generally suitable tankmates. Tiny crustaceans and planktonic microfauna may naturally be consumed, but the species is not typically a threat to established ornamental invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of small adult size, active coloration, and excellent coral compatibility makes it particularly well suited to mixed reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 75–80°F\u003cbr\u003eSpecific Gravity: 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003eAlkalinity: 8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable temperature, salinity, oxygenation, and overall water quality are more important than maintaining an exact value within these ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure lid is essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fairy wrasses are powerful jumpers and can escape through very small aquarium openings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiji collection locality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fiji is part of the species' natural Western Pacific distribution and does not require different husbandry from other \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus punctatus\u003c\/em\u003e populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColoration varies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sex, maturity, mood, and individual variation can significantly influence red, rose, gray, and spotted coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequent feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Several smaller portions of planktonic marine foods help support its active metabolism and maintain body condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFairy wrasse compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use care when combining mature males with similar \u003cem\u003eCirrhilabrus\u003c\/em\u003e species, particularly in smaller aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSA Fish","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":52463422898474,"sku":"WRASSExRoseFS","price":110.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SM","offer_id":52463422931242,"sku":"WRASSExRoseFSM","price":128.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"M","offer_id":52463422964010,"sku":"WRASSExRoseFM","price":164.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"ML","offer_id":52463422996778,"sku":"WRASSExRoseFML","price":164.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52463423029546,"sku":"WRASSExRoseFL","price":194.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52463423062314,"sku":"WRASSExRoseFX","price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/RoseBellyFiji_e456f315-c110-4628-8d0c-d25b0f300ecb.png?v=1788360310","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/rose-belly-fairy-wrasse-fiji","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}