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Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura
The Blue Barred Fairy Wrasse needs a tank with a sandbed as this is where it hides when frightened and burrows for sleep at night. An excellent substitute for harder to keep Anthias, Blue Barred Fairy Wrasses are happiest in schools and are a bright addition to any peaceful system. Will school with chromis and other schooling fish.
Maximum Size: the Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura grows up to 3 inches.
Minimum Tank Size: The Blue Head Fairy Wrasse prefers a tank of at least 20 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swi
Diet: The Cirrhilabrus cyanopleura is a carnivore and likes to eat variety of meats (fish, scallop, shrimp, squid, clam).
Level of Care: The Blue Head Fairy Wrasse is a medium maintenance fish.
Behavior: The Blue Head Fairy Wrasse may act peacefully toward other fish.
Hardiness: This is a hardy fish.
Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78 F).
Range: indo-Pacific.
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